icj-cij.org (2025-04-10). Obligations of Israel in relation to the Presence and Activities of the United Nations,Other International Organizations and Third States in and in relation tothe Occupied Palestinian TerritoryTHE HAGUE, 9 April 2025. The International Court of Justice will hold public hearings on | the request for an advisory opinion on the Obligations of Israel in relation to the Presence and | Activities of the United Nations, Other International Organizations and Third States in and in | relation to the Occupied Palestinian Territory from Monday 28 April to Friday 2 May 2025 at the | Peace Palace in The Hague, the seat of the Court.
(2025-04-10). UN Accuses 'Israel' of Genocide in Gaza. libya360.wordpress.com Editorial Comment: Now that the United Nations have officially declared that a genocide is taking place, is it possible that the next step, to expel Israel (and its genocide enablers and collaborators) from the United Nations, might finally be realized? Kit Klarenberg Kit Klarenberg comments on the landmark UN report that accuses "Israel" of genocide…
(2025-04-10). Youth Demand Line Up Child-Size Body Bags Outside David Lammy's Door. popularresistance.org Two Youth Demand supporters have laid body bags at David Lammy's door to highlight his role in continuing to facilitate Israel's genocide in Gaza. The supporters are demanding that the UK government impose a total trade embargo on Israel, and make the super rich and fossil fuel elite pay damages to communities and countries most harmed by fossil fuel burning. At around 11am on Tuesday 8 April, two Youth Demand supporters displayed a sign over the foreign secretary's hedge which read- 'Lammy Stop Arming Genocide'. At his door the pair laid child-sized body bags representing the 17,400 children that we know of who…
(2025-04-10). 1,000 Israeli aircrew defy threat of sack to urge end to Gaza war. presstv.ir Nearly 1,000 current and former Israeli air force reservists sign a letter demanding an immediate end to the regime's war in Gaza.
(2025-04-10). Video: children slaughtered, maimed as Israel bombs family home. skwawkbox.org Warning: horrific scenes but we must not look away Israel has continued to murder and maim more civilians — with children particularly targeted as usual — in Gaza tonight, bombing the Al-Banna family home in Jabalia Al-Balad, in the north of the Gaza Strip. The scenes were horrific as maimed and traumatised children were brought …
(2025-04-10). Israel lobby demands action against kids' entertainer for wanting Palestinian children fed not bombed. skwawkbox.org 
US children's entertainer Ms Rachel targeted by pro-Israel group for showing humanity A US pro-Israel group has demanded government action against 'Ms Rachel', a children's YouTube educator with more than fourteen million followers, for saying she wants children in Gaza to be safe and fed. The so-called 'StopAntisemitism' has written to US Attorney General Pam …
(2025-04-10). How 'Uncomfortable' did the 15 Assassinated Gaza Medical Workers Feel? judyhaiven.substack.com When will the media tire of self-censorship around the issue of Gaza?>
(2025-04-10). Israel strikes journalists' tent in Gaza; 2 killed, 8 injured. CPJ Staff
(2025-04-10). Killing Paramedics: Israel's War on Palestinian Health. counterpunch.org It was a massacre. Fifteen emergency workers, butchered in cold blood by personnel from the Israeli Defense Forces in southern Gaza on March 23. It all came to light from a video that the IDF did not intend anyone to see, filmed by Red Crescent paramedic Rifaat Radwan in the last minutes of his life. Caught red handed, the wires
(2025-04-10). Is Recognition the Key to Ending Israel's Brutality? thinktank.pk The enduring Israeli-Palestinian conflict has prompted varied international responses, notably France's recent initiative to recognize Palestine as a state. The collaboration with Saudi Arabia, the complex positions of Arab nations, the U.S.'s role, and the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza all contribute to the multifaceted nature of this enduring conflict. France's Move Toward Recognizing Palestine …
(2025-04-10). Houthi Official: Gaza Attacks Will Continue Regardless of US-Iran Deal. themedialine.org 
(2025-04-10). Hamas Makes Big Admission As It Launches Unusual War Against UK: 'We Don't Deny Our Actions Fall…'. hindustantimes.com Hamas has launched a major legal battle in the UK to overturn its 2021 terror designation. The Palestinian group claims the ban blocks peace talks, stifles free speech, and disrupts aid to Gaza. The appeal targets Priti Patel's controversial decision and urges Yvette Cooper to reverse it. Could this case reshape global discourse on resistance and terror?
(2025-04-10). Trump says hostage deal in Gaza nearing completion. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that progress is being made toward securing the release of hostages held in Gaza. He confirmed that Washington is in active communication with both Israel and Hamas to resolve.The announcement follows a statement by Trump's Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, who revealed that the U.S. is working on a comprehensive agreement between Israel and Hamas, expected to be announced soon. According to Israel's Yedioth Ahronoth, the deal may include a call for a ceasefire within the coming weeks, followed by direct negotiations.Witkoff also met with families of the…
(2025-04-10). Gaza: Two martyred in Israeli occupation forces attack on a tent in al-Qarara area of Khan Younis. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-04-10). Israeli occupation artillery continues to shell the northern areas of Rafah in southern Gaza. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-04-10). Multiple injuries reported as an Israeli drone dropped grenades on civilians in the town of Khuza'a in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-04-10). Saudi Arabia may hold the keys to Mideast vision if the falters. haaretz.com Trump, diverging from Netanyahu's strategy, is hinting that the Gaza conflict may have an expiration date, paving the way for a rebuild led by Arab states unwilling to wait much longer. Saudi Arabia is expected to play a quiet but pivotal role…
(2025-04-10). IDF chiefs dismiss active Israeli Air Force reservists who called for end to Gaza war. haaretz.com ISRAEL: Defense Minister Katz says there are tunnels from Gaza to Egypt, IDF denies ‚ñ GAZA: Israel preparing to put at least 20 percent of Gaza in buffer zone, officials say ‚ñ Dozens killed in Israeli strike on Gaza City, reportedly targeting Hamas commander ‚ñ LEBANON: Hezbollah willing to discuss disarmament if Israel withdraws, official says…
(2025-04-10). Active Israeli Air Force reservists dismissed over letter demanding end of Gaza war, hostage deal. haaretz.com 'Currently, the war serves mainly political and personal interests, not security interests,' wrote active reservists and former senior officials in the letter. IDF chiefs announced that active reservists who signed would be dismissed from service…
(2025-04-10). IDF probe on Oct. 7 Sderot attack: City abandoned, no defense plan, forces uncoordinated. haaretz.com The Israeli military's probe placed most of the blame on the IDF Gaza Division's Northern Brigade — but didn't summon its former commander to testify. The civilian security squad hadn't trained in two years and had its rifles taken away. For hours, security forces failed to grasp the situation…
(2025-04-10). Iranian, Egyptian FMs urge swift end to Israeli crimes in Gaza. presstv.ir The Iranian foreign minister calls for collective measures by the regional countries to immediately end the Israeli regime's crimes in the Gaza Strip.
(2025-04-10). 'Not much time left' to save Palestinians, warns UN Rapporteur. presstv.ir The United Nations' special rapporteur on Palestine has warned there is "not much time left" to save the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank.
(2025-04-10). Scholar: Without strong response, Arabs risk falling under Israeli control. presstv.ir An Arab scholar has warned that without a robust Arab response, the Levant region risks falling under complete Israeli dominance.
(2025-04-10). Israel holds talks with Turkey to avoid clashes in Syria, office confirms. haaretz.com Israeli and Turkish officials held a first round of talks in Azerbaijan to discuss creating a mechanism that would prevent unwanted incidents in Syria. The talks follow a series of Israeli airstrikes in Syria targeting airports and other facilities…
(2025-04-10). Turkey holding talks with Israel to avoid clashes in Syria, foreign minister says. haaretz.com Earlier, the President of Azerbaijan said that his country is mediating in the current crisis between Turkey and Israel. He also revealed the central role Azerbaijan played in resolving the years-long crisis between the two countries in 2022…
(2025-04-10). Trump's tariff "pause" : Another expression of the deepening crisis of US imperialism and the capitalist order. defenddemocracy.press By Nick Beams April 9, 2025 The announcement yesterday by US President Trump of a 90-day pause in the implementation of his so-called "reciprocal tariffs," ostensibly to allow negotiations to take place, is another expression of the deepening economic and financial crisis of American imperialism and its state. The move came amid growing signs that …
(2025-04-10). The Dark Forces in Control of the Anglo-American-Zionist Empire Are the Source of the World Crisis. Richard C. Cook. globalresearch.ca Today's spreading world crisis dates in its current phase from over 500 years ago, when the small island nation of England, having renounced Catholicism over King Henry VIII's marital woes, embarked under his daughter Elizabeth I on an occult project …
(2025-04-10). Haiti: Renewed clashes fuel a humanitarian crisis that has no end in sight. icrc.org
(2025-04-10). Sudan: Delivering life-saving care to support a health system in crisis. icrc.org Atbara, Sudan…
(2025-04-10). Trump's Tariffs Could Intensify Sri Lanka's Debt Crisis. counterpunch.org 
On Thursday, 3 April, Sri Lankans woke up to the alarming news that the United States, the country's single largest export destination, would be applying 44% tariffs. These tariffs will hit Sri Lanka just months after it officially exited sovereign default status in December 2024. President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed an advisory committee consisting
(2025-04-10). US tariffs will intensify debt crisis in lower-income countries. cadtm.org
(2025-04-10). A new debt crisis since 2020-2022 [Part 2]. cadtm.org
(2025-04-10). New Data Exposes Global Healthcare Funding Inequalities. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A client waits to be seen by a doctor during an HIV clinic day at TASO Mulago service center in Kampala, Uganda, February 17, 2025. | © 2025 Hajarah Nalwadda/Getty Images | New data from the World Health Organization reveals that many governments' public funding of health care falls short of what is needed to meet their human rights obligations.The vast majority of people live in countries where low public funding undermines their access to health care. Sometimes this is due to major constraints like war and debt, but often governments just don't prioritize it.Governments should en…
(2025-04-10). The Trump Administration's Assaults on Black History. hrw.org This week, it was reported that the United States National Park Service had begun scrubbing information from its exhibits about Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad; one of the most significant stories of resistance against chattel slavery in the United States. The move would have destroyed knowledge about how oppressed people in the United States have successfully fought for freedom. While the Park Service walked back the revisions after public outcry, it's just one example of the Trump administration's campaign to curtail understanding of racism's legacy in the United States. | Click to expand Image | Ha…
(2025-04-10). Increase in United Airlines flights from US to SA lauded. sanews.gov.za Increase in United Airlines flights from US to SA lauded | Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille has welcomed the announcement by United Airlines that it will be increasing its flights to South Africa. | "On behalf of the entire tourism sector, we welcome the recent announcement by United Airlines that it will be increasing its flights to South Africa," De Lille said. | United Airlines recently announced that it will be expanding its African network by introducing a new long-haul service from Washington Dulles Airport to Cape Town International Airport. | This route was launched in November 2022, operating three tim…
(2025-04-10). EU Partnership Fuels Digital Courts Human Rights in Pakistan. thinktank.pk In a powerful show of unity and urgency, the National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR), in partnership with the European Union (EU) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has launched a pivotal two-day national conference in Islamabad titled: "From Promise to Action: Advancing SDG 16 for Justice and Reform." This gathering is not just …
(2025-04-10). UE Union Joins Protests to Stop Bigotry and Union Attacks. wibailoutpeople.org 
United Electrical Workers (UE) members over the past few weeks have joined protests across the country demanding the Trump administration stop its attacks on workers' rights. On March 31, hundreds of UE Local 1105 members and AFSCME Local 3800 members gathered for a press conference and rally to protest the recent abduction of a graduate …
(2025-04-10). A Financial Coup: How the Deep State Is Using Manufactured Crises to Seize Power. dissidentvoice.org What we're witnessing is the calculated use of emergency powers to concentrate power in the hands of the president, enrich the Deep State, and dismantle what remains of economic and constitutional safeguards. Nearly 250 years after our nation's founders rebelled over abused property rights, Americans are once again being subjected to taxation without any real …
(2025-04-10). Analyst shares his observations on European Union's defense capabilities. eng.belta.by Economist and analyst Serghei Banari analyzed the capabilities of the European military-industrial complex in a recent episode of the V Teme [On Point] project on BelTA's YouTube channel.
(2025-04-10). Belavia to resume flights to Russia's Dagestan. eng.belta.by Belavia is set to resume direct flights from Minsk to the capital of | Russia's Dagestan — Makhachkala on 26 April, BelTA learned from the | press service of the air carrier.
(2025-04-10). Ex-official: US cares about human rights only to target adversaries. presstv.ir A former US State Department analyst says the US government ignores human rights issues when it comes to weapons sales to allies.
(2025-04-10). Video: CNN's Anderson Cooper misgenders civil rights attorney. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – CNN broadcaster Anderson Cooper recently sparked controversy after misgendering local civil rights attorney Grace Thomas on live television, referring to them as a "she" instead of using their correct pronouns, "they/ them." Amid Cooper's accidental mistake, Thomas was quick to correct him and say,"they/ them pronouns actually… Thank you." The clip quickly swarmed social media and went viral on Musk's X (formerly known as Twitter), garnering a wide variety of reactions. While several took to Cooper's defense, stating that mistakes like this could "easily" happen with anyone, several others didn't tak…
(2025-04-10). FACT SHEET: Addressing Sexual Violence in South Sudan. icrc.org 2024 Highlights…
(2025-04-10). Armenia: Operational highlights for 2024. icrc.org
(2025-04-10). Highlights of the ICRC's activities in Venezuela and the Caribbean in 2024. icrc.org Strengthening partnerships for sustainable humanitarian action…
(2025-04-10). Tunisia mass trial highlights opposition crackdown, weakening of judiciary. aljazeera.com Trial of more than 40 people charged with plotting against the state, including prominent politicians, resumes Friday.
(2025-04-10). Report Submitted to United Nations on Militarized Human Rights Abuses in Belarus. worldbeyondwar.org 
This submission documents systemic human rights violations in Belarus, focusing on the militarisation of children and youth, and the tightening of the obligatory military service system. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2025-04-10). US decision to screen social media of immigrants draws rights groups' criticism. geo.tv 
Demonstrators protest against US Immigration and Customs Enforcement and deportations carried out by US President Donald Trump's administration, in New York City, US, February 13, 2025. — ReutersTrump has been cracking down on pro-Palestinian protests.Rights groups say administration…
(2025-04-10). Human Rights Watch slams WA for highest forced Aboriginal child removals. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-10). China takes firm countermeasures against U.S. tariff bullying. independent.co.ug 
BEIJING, CHINA | Xinhua | China has taken swift, firm countermeasures following the latest U.S. tariff hike on Chinese imports, in a move to safeguard its legitimate rights and interests. The Chinese government on Wednesday announced that it will raise additional tariffs on products imported from the United States to 84 percent, add six U.S. …
(2025-04-10). Instead of Addressing Child Abuse Prevention, Trump Attacks Trans Youth. hrw.org Click to expand Image | People attend a rally in Union Square supporting transgender youth, New York City, US, February 8, 2025. | © 2025 Spencer Platt/Getty Images | In his proclamation for National Child Abuse Prevention Month, rather than addressing real threats to children like the federal government should do, United States President Donald J. Trump focused almost exclusively on attacking supporters of transgender youth. He declared broadly defined "gender ideology" as "one of the most prevalent forms of child abuse" and labeled gender-affirming care as "evil".Gender-affirming care is recognized as t…
(2025-04-10). Voces de la Frontera Events April and May 2025 Know Your Rights, Membership Meetings, May Day Actions. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2025-04-10). Insights丨Expert says U.S.' "reciprocal tariffs" a poison, not a medicine. ecns.cn
(2025-04-10). Tax Day Highlights The Costs Of Single Living But Demographics Are Forcing Financial Change. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Tax Day is right around the corner an annual reminder that without the option to file jointly, singles pay more per dollar earned than married people. Tax advantages …
(2025-04-10). Trump's Tariffs Buck the Global Neoliberal Order — But Still Serve the 1 Percent. truthout.org Since assuming office, the Trump administration has taken actions resembling those of an absolutist state: undermining civil rights and democracy at home while introducing a reciprocal tariffs plan that has unleashed chaos around the world. Indeed, Donald Trump's "liberation day," a declaration of economic war on the rest of the planet, wiped several trillions of dollars in market value from Wall… |
(2025-04-10). Madison, May 2, 2025: Immigrant Workers Rights Rally and March, Voces de la Frontera. wibailoutpeople.org 
Voces de la Frontera Viernes 2 de mayo: Dia de cabildeo en MadisonVisita vdlf.org para más información y recursos Orden del día: *3pm: Inicio: en el Brittingham Park*4pm: Marcha hacia el Capitolio*4: 30pm: Concentración dentro del Capitolio Brittingham Park: 829 W Washington Ave, MadisonCapitolio de Wisconsin: 2 E Main St, Madison Demandas: *No a AB24 ni a programas …
(2025-04-10). Khamenei Faces Wrath Of Iran Hardliners Over Nuclear Talks With US, Warn Him Of Gaddafi-Like Fate. hindustantimes.com Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei faces backlash from hardliners over nuclear deal negotiations with the U.S., warning against a "Libya-style" disarmament that led to Muammar Gaddafi's downfall. Ultra-hardliners have criticised talks, citing the assassination of Qassem Soleimani and claiming the U.S. seeks to "Libyasation" Iran. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has backed the Libyan model, urging complete dismantlement of Iran's nuclear program. Watch the video for more details.
(2025-04-10). Netanyahu attorney claims no issue representing adviser in Qatargate, Israeli Bar Association says. haaretz.com Despite Amit Hadad's claim that there is no conflict of interest, the prime minister testified in both the Qatargate affair and the hearing to extend his adviser's detention, raising concerns among the police…
(2025-04-10). Revealed: The handwritten luxury gift list Sara Netanyahu requested from billionaire James Packer. haaretz.com The police never got to see this document — a list of requested benefits, on a piece of paper, in Sara Netanyahu's handwriting. The Netanyahu family had a wide range of demands. Apparently, champagne and cigars were just the appetizers…
(2025-04-10). Pentagon Prepares To Expand 'Unrelenting' Attacks Against Yemen. popularresistance.org The US signaled on 7 April that it is planning to step up its violent campaign of airstrikes on Yemen, which have killed dozens since last month, including women and children. | "It's been a bad three weeks for the Houthis, and it's about to get worse," US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Monday in the Oval Office, while seated near US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. | "It's been a devastating campaign, whether it's underground facilities, weapons manufacturing, bunkers, troops in the open-air defense assets — we are not going to relent, and it's only to get more…
(2025-04-10). Maersk Shipping F35 Fighter Jet Parts from NJ Fri Apr 11 All out! Blood on NJ Hands! fightbackbetter.com 
www.instagram.com/p/DINXtwLteWO DATE & TIME UPDATEüö® MAERSK IS SHIPPING F-35 FIGHTER JET PARTS FROM NEW JERSEY ON FRIDAY, APRIL 11—ALL OUT…
(2025-04-10). House GOP Clears the Way for Massive Cuts in Critical Programs to Fund Billionaire Tax Cuts. commondreams.org Today, House Republicans voted for a budget blueprint that will make massive cuts to Medicaid, child nutrition programs, and other essential programs to fund trillions of dollars in tax cuts to billionaires. Despite Senate Republicans' use of obscure accounting maneuvers to hide the true costs, a
(2025-04-10). NAACP Condemns Reintroduction of SAVE Act. commondreams.org Statement from NAACP President Derrick Johnson on the reintroduction of the SAVE Act: "Instead of lowering costs as he promised, Donald Trump and his MAGA flank are focused on gutting our democracy. Voting is the foundation of our democracy. Our families and communities thrive when every voter — regardless of race, income, or zip code — has the freedom to participate in elections and have a say in the decisions that shape their lives. "The SAVE Act is nothing more than voter suppression disguised as voter protection. The burdensome requirements disproportionately target voters in historically marg…
(2025-04-10). Sore Losers: House Republicans Vote to Limit Nationwide Injunctions Against Trump's Unlawful Actions. commondreams.org Today, House Republicans passed the No Rogue Rulings Act (NORRA), which would sharply limit federal district courts' ability to do their jobs and issue nationwide injunctions against unlawful or unconstitutional actions. The bill targets federal judges who have blocked Donald Trump's agenda on a national scale.Stand Up America's Executive Director, Christina Harvey, issued the following statement on the vote: "Federal judges are the first line of defense against Donald Trump's attempts to cut essential services and attack our freedoms. In response to legal rulings that haven't gone Trump's way, House Republican…
(2025-04-10). Italy's Belt and Road Exit Isn't an End—It's a Strategic Reset. uwidata.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer Italy's exit from China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in 2023 was a symbolic diplomatic move. Having been the first and only G7 country to officially join the BRI in 2019, Italy's entry had been viewed as a grand vote of confidence in Beijing's vision for global connectivity. Its pullout, four …
(2025-04-10). AUSVOTES ECONOMIC FACTS Wage growth on the rise under Labor. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-04-10). Ecuador's Indigenous movement splinters over presidential election support. aljazeera.com Indigenous voters likely hold the key to the April 13 election. But internal divisions may cost them their influence.
(2025-04-10). Trump's tariffs U-turn prompts calls for investigation. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump speaks, as he signs executive orders and proclamations in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, US, April 9, 2025. — Reuters
(2025-04-10). ACLU Condemns House Passage of Anti-Voter SAVE Act, Calls on Senate to Reject It. commondreams.org The American Civil Liberties Union condemns the U.S. House of Representatives' passage of the SAVE Act, legislation that would require in-person documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote—an unnecessary and discriminatory measure that would effectively end online and mail voter registration, disenfranchise millions of eligible voters and destabilize election administration nationwide.The SAVE Act echoes failed and unconstitutional laws like Kansas's proof of citizenship requirement, which purged over 30,000 eligible voters and was struck down in federal court. This legislation would especially…
(2025-04-10). Kemi Badenoch slammed for saying Tories can form coalitions with Nigel Farage's Reform. leftfootforward.org 'If you vote Reform or Conservative, you're opening the door to more of the Tory chaos that held our country back over the past 14 years.'
(2025-04-10). Gabon Elections: Why A Landmark Vote Won't Bring Real Change. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The upcoming elections in Gabon will test whether the country is on a firm democratic footing, or whether it will be business as usual with military men in control, but …
(2025-04-10). Will Africa's Young Voters Continue To Punish Incumbents At The Ballot Box In 2025? We Are About To Find Out. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Voters in Gabon head to the ballot box on April 12 , 2025, in a vote that marks the first election in the Central African nation since a 2023 coup ended the 56-year rule …
(2025-04-10). AIPAC leader boasts of special 'access' to top Trump natsec officials in leaked audio. strategic-culture.su The Grayzone has obtained audio of an off-the-record session from the 2025 Congressional Summit of AIPAC, the main US lobbying arm of the state of Israel. Recorded by an attendee of the panel discussion, the audio features AIPAC's new CEO, Elliott Brandt, describing how his organization has cultivated influence with three top national security officials in the Trump administration — Secretary of State Marco Rubio, National Security Director Mike Waltz, and CIA Director John Ratcliffe — and how it believes it can gain "access" to their internal discussions.
(2025-04-10). Maersk: The shipping company transporting arms to Israel. defenddemocracy.press Exclusive: Fighter jet equipment is being transported on Maersk ships to Israel, cargo documents suggest. JOHN McEVOY April 4, 2025 Featured Image: The c/s Maersk Detroit. Danish shipping giant A.P. Moller-Maersk is quietly transporting fighter jet equipment to Israel, new documents suggest. The information is contained within cargo data reviewed exclusively by Declassified and The Ditch. The data indicates how …
(2025-04-10). Trump Faces Palestine. tomdispatch.com In the colonial view of the world — and, in its own strange fashion, Donald Trump's view couldn't be more colonial — White European colonizers were embattled beacons of civilization, rationality, and progress, confronting dangerous barbaric hordes beyond (and even, sometimes, within) their own frontiers. Colonial violence then was a necessary form of self-defense needed to tame irrational eruptions of brutality among the colonized. To make sense of the bipartisan U.S. devotion to Israel, including the glorification of Israeli violence and the demonization of Palestinians, as well as the Trump administ…
(2025-04-10). Poll: Majority of American Adults Have Unfavorable View of Israel. scheerpost.com
(2025-04-10). 'They Know Where To Hit Us': Houthi Threats Target Israel's Tourism Lifeline. themedialine.org 
(2025-04-10). Post-Exit Founders Explore Israel's Tech Landscape and Future Ties. themedialine.org 
(2025-04-10). Israeli Scientists Develop Longer-Lasting Canine Antibiotic Eyedrops. themedialine.org 
(2025-04-10). Princeton Investigating After Talk by Israeli Former Prime Minister Disrupted. themedialine.org 
(2025-04-10). 'Psychologically tortured to the last minute': Ahmad Manasra, arrested at 13, is finally free after a decade in Israeli prison. mondoweiss.net 
Ahmad Manasra was arrested at 13 and kept in solitary confinement for years. He was diagnosed with schizophrenia in prison and was at serious risk of self-harm. His release to a remote location far from his family was Israel's final act of torture.
(2025-04-10). The Backlash Against Israel's Western-Backed Crimes Will Fuel The Far Right. caitlinjohnstone.com.au
(2025-04-10). MP: Hezbollah weapons 'internal matter' amid US pressure to disarm. presstv.ir A Hezbollah lawmaker says the group's weapons are an "internal matter" amid mounting US pressure to disarm the movement.
(2025-04-10). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC appalled by killing of PRCS medics and first responders. icrc.org
(2025-04-10). Unpacking Israel's war on international humanitarian law. aljazeera.com Israel has tried to legally justify its attacks and treatment of Palestinians, even as it goes against international law…
(2025-04-10). Activists turn US embassy pond blood red in London. aljazeera.com Greenpeace activists in London have turned the US embassy's pond blood red in protest of arms sales to Israel.
(2025-04-10). Israeli occupation forces storm Nablus city from Huwwara checkpoint. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-04-10). Israeli occupation helicopters heavily open fire in the northern areas of Rafah. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-04-10). Protesters call on Labor to cut ties with Israel on Palestinian Day. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-10). Protests erupt as Israel massacres more health workers. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-10). What Israel can learn about Iran strategy after his last-minute tariff U-turn. haaretz.com The U.S. president announced tariffs only to renege three days later. Trump can change his mind just as fast about his talks over Tehran's nuclear project…
(2025-04-10). Israel should be especially relieved about epic blooper. haaretz.com It's not just that the economic fallout of tariffs has been postponed, it's that Trump is likely to have been weakened politically by the policy disaster…
(2025-04-10). Do Passover Eggs and Easter Eggs Have a Shared Origin? haaretz.com The original use of eggs on both holidays is obscure, but use eggs they both do. Why?
(2025-04-10). Jon Polin, father of slain hostage Hersh: Jews should in to the this Passover. haaretz.com
(2025-04-10). The campaign for Israeli settler impunity has just gone up a notch. haaretz.com A well-timed leak tarnishing the Shin Bet's Jewish terrorism division chief benefitted the prime minister, settler leaders and even the recorded officer, who is suspected of corruption. But politically motivated attacks on law enforcement in the West Bank aren't new…
(2025-04-10). Daughter of senior public figure alleges she was sexually assaulted by her parents. haaretz.com Police are investigating the complaint, though a gag order has been issued…
(2025-04-10). Despite police objections, Ben-Gvir exposes identity of cop involved in fatal shooting. haaretz.com National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir met with the policeman who shot and killed a young man in Arara during what police described as a shootout…
(2025-04-10). Families of October 7 victims sue Palestinian-American billionaire for conspiring with Hamas ahead of attack. haaretz.com The lawsuit alleges that Bashar Masri and the companies he controls worked with Hamas to build and hide a vast tunnel network beneath an industrial park near the Israeli border, from which it attacked Israel…
(2025-04-10). IDF probe shows army failed to protect Kibbutz local squad prevented larger massacre. haaretz.com Regular training and better access to equipment helped the kibbutz security squad minimize casualties as opposed to neighboring communities…
(2025-04-10). Sex, wine and sacrifice: Jewish holidays used to be wild, dramatic affairs. haaretz.com Why are four cups of wine imbibed at the seder, and what's the real reason for dressing up on Purim? A Talmud scholar has a few surprising things to tell us…
(2025-04-10). Why the Passover Story Is a Colonialist Myth. haaretz.com Exodus is a story of liberation from slavery, but it has also inspired numerous colonialist movements. It's a myth that needs to be treated with caution…
(2025-04-10). Two Arab Israeli brothers shot dead in suspected family dispute. haaretz.com Three suspects have since been arrested in connection to the killing of the 25 and 28 year olds, whose older brothers were murdered just several years ago. The incident raises the number of murders in Israel's Arab society in 2025 to 65…
(2025-04-10). What Goes on a Seder Plate? haaretz.com Do you think hazeret is something you say to a sneezing German? Or that the shank bone is connected to the knee bone? You need our Passover primer, identifying the foods you'll find on a seder plate, and why…
(2025-04-10). Who Wrote the Passover Haggadah? haaretz.com Different people wrote different portions at different times, for instance – the ancient 'Four Questions' changed when Jews eschewed sacrifice.
(2025-04-10). Macron says France could recognize Palestinian state in June, draws Israeli ire. haaretz.com French recognition of a Palestinian state would distance 'peace, security, and stability in our region,' Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar wrote in response…
(2025-04-10). Michael Pregent: told Hamas to keep Israeli. haaretz.com The former U.S. intelligence officer and until recently a senior fellow at the conservative Hudson Institute in Washington had lost his job after he dared to criticize Steve Witkoff for the special envoy's business ties with Qatar. 'There's no way he can be the U.S. envoy for … the Iran [nuclear] deal'…
(2025-04-10). Trump Threatens US-Israeli Attack on Iran If Talks on Its Nuclear Program Fail. truthout.org As the U.S. and Iran prepare for talks this weekend in Oman to discuss Iran's nuclear weapons program, we speak to journalist Negar Mortazavi about the Trump administration's negotiation strategy of "threats and pressure" and his diplomatic doctrine of "peace through strength." Mortazavi is skeptical that the talks will result in Iran giving up its nuclear weapons program, as Trump's team is… |
(2025-04-10). Brasileño muestra signos de desnutrición y maltrato en prisión israelí. strategic-culture.su Salah está detenido desde el 18 de noviembre en una de las prisiones más crueles y horrendas de Israel. | àönete a nosotros en , y . | Escríbenos: | Salah Al…
(2025-04-10). Trade war and rare earth minerals. defenddemocracy.press 
China's Rare Earth Restrictions Could Send US Nuclear Industry Into Meltdown By Ilya Tsukanov April 9, 2025 The new restrictions are a masterstroke that will propel the Asian nation's nuclear industry forward as the US stagnates. Renowned Russian nuclear expert Alexei Anpilogov explains why. China's response to Trump's tariffs includes new restrictions on the export of critical …
(2025-04-10). Pentagon chief nominee wants to expand NATO's nuclear sharing policy. defenddemocracy.press Drago Bosnic, independent geopolitical and military analyst April 2, 2025 Featured Image: Lieutenant General Dan Caine, new Pentagon chief nominee Although the new administration is looking to refocus on the Asia-Pacific, the policy of expanded nuclear sharing makes sense, as it could ameliorate NATO's growing conventional inferiority against the battle-hardened Russian military. For over 60 years, …
(2025-04-10). 'Desperate' Liberals urge Dutton to dump nuclear policy. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-10). Back to the Future. dissidentvoice.org SETTING: Rome DATE: March 411 CE SCENE: Ruins of the Diocletian Baths PRINCIPALS: Four habitués gather in the remains of the tepidarium The foursome is made up of local cognoscenti — self-styled pundits who gather to exchange impressions of what's happenings in the imperial capital. All the normal chatter about the rising cost of housing, what gladiator …
(2025-04-10). ICE Witch-Hunts and the Soul of the Nation. dissidentvoice.org Victor Brauner Totem of the Wounded Subjectivity II, 1948 Because the one, agreed-upon faith in the US, internalized in the belief system of all too many of the nation's citizenry, is monetary fundamentalism in combination with perpetual (shallow, distraction-inducing) entertainment — there would come to pass the inevitable entrance of the figure of a Reality …
(2025-04-10). R is for Regressive. dissidentvoice.org 
If we're going to divide the voting public into two warring tribes, we should understand what allegiance to each of the major parties actually represents. Here we look at the 'R', next the 'D'. History adds clarity and perspective. Here is the U.S. Federal Income Tax Rate Schedule from 1963. Back then, if your gross …
(2025-04-10). Trump Administration Revokes Hundreds Of Student Visas. popularresistance.org The Trump administration has reportedly revoked hundreds of student visas, amid a widening crackdown on the U.S. Palestine movement. | In recent days, dozens of schools have announced that draconian measures by the Trump administration have targeted some of their students. The list includes UC Berkeley, UCLA, Stanford, Ohio State, Minnesota State University, the University of Kentucky, Northeastern, and Harvard. | Last month Secretary of State Marco Rubio guessed that he had revoked about 300 visas since arriving in office. | "I don't know actually if it's primarily student visas," Rubio told reporters.
(2025-04-10). 33 Countries Meet In Honduras At The Annual CELAC Summit. popularresistance.org Honduras expects to receive 33 representatives at the upcoming annual meeting of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC), a regional organization founded on December 3, 2011, in Caracas, Venezuela. Since 2013, member countries have held annual summits in various locations, except for 2022. | According to the president of Honduras, Xiomara Castro, the meeting, to be held on Wednesday, April 9, signifies "a step towards the unity of Latin America and the Caribbean, facing global challenges such as climate change, drug trafficking, and migration." CELAC was created to foster regional unity in th…
(2025-04-10). Tariff Blackmail Cannot Intimidate China. popularresistance.org On Saturday 5 April, the Chinese government set out its position opposing the US's unilateral imposition of tariffs on all its trading partners, including China. The statement correctly noted that these tariffs are in clear breach of World Trade Organisation (WTO) rules, and threaten to seriously disrupt the global economy. "Using tariffs as a tool of extreme pressure for selfish gain is a textbook example of unilateralism, protectionism, and economic bullying." | It's clear that China is the main target of the US's tariff blackmail, which is being used to undermine China's growth, to force China to accept the US…
(2025-04-10). PDF of April 10 issue. workers.org 
Download the PDF. Download B&W version. Millions tell Trump, Musk: 'Hands off!' Tariffs, the stock market and the working class editorial: U.S. capitalist class — dominated by billionaires mundo obrero: °Construir protestas para defender a los estudiantes! Download the PDF. Download B&W version. |
(2025-04-10). Trump's 'Oops' Yemen Strike Sparks Outrage Over Possible Civilian Deaths. defenddemocracy.press KO Web Desk April 5, 2025 Srinagar- A controversial U.S. military strike in Yemen ordered by President Donald J. Trump on April 4 has ignited global outrage after reports surfaced that the intended Houthi militant target may have actually been a civilian gathering celebrating Eid al-Fitr. Trump posted a black-and-white drone video of the strike on …
(2025-04-10). Devastating earthquake in Myanmar: ICRC responds to help people on the ground. icrc.org Providing medical supplies, access to clean water, critical supplies, and helping families keep in touch in the wake of disaster…
(2025-04-10). Noblesse Without Oblige. dissentmagazine.org 
The super-rich opt out of the social contract by picking and choosing which laws apply to them, whether in offshore tax havens or at home.
(2025-04-10). Zionist fight club-charity removed from Palestine rally. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-04-10). BRICS CCI WE Launches Whitepaper on 'Accelerate Action for Gender Equal World'. infobrics.org In a decisive step toward advancing gender equality, the BRICS Chamber of Commerce and Industry Women's Empowerment Vertical (BRICS CCI WE) unveiled a whitepaper titled 'Accelerate Action for a Gender Equal World' in New Delhi…
(2025-04-10). De-Dollarization & BRICS: A New Global Power Shift. infobrics.org In recent years, the term "de-dollarisation" or trade in non-dollar currencies instead of the US Dollar has begun to draw attention in discussions on international affairs…
(2025-04-10). Marine Le Pen on trial while corrupt Ursula von der Leyen protected. infobrics.org The European Commission continues to undermine democracy.
(2025-04-10). USAID fomented anti-Russian paranoia in the Czech Republic — former official. infobrics.org According to a former police chief, Washington used USAID to spread Russophobia in his country.
(2025-04-10). BRICS-Backed Bank to Lend One Billion Dollars to Bangladesh This Year. infobrics.org The BRICS-established New Development Bank has planned to raise its lending to Bangladesh development projects to one billion US dollars this year, a vice president of the Shanghai-based multilateral lender said…
(2025-04-10). Trump tariffs seen from contradictory angles. cadtm.org
(2025-04-10). Made in Sri Lanka, Taxed in America, and Failed by the IMF. cadtm.org
(2025-04-10). Trumpism as the Nazism of our time! cadtm.org
(2025-04-10). How do creditors respond to defaults? [Part 3]. cadtm.org
(2025-04-10). Trump's tariffs some facts and consequences (from various sources). cadtm.org
(2025-04-10). Budget 2025: Playing A Bad Hand. cadtm.org
(2025-04-10). Bangkok Symphony Orchestra performs in Russia. tvbrics.com 
Melodies blend global classical traditions with ethnic influences…
(2025-04-10). Brazil enters top 5 most popular tourist destinations during July holidays. tvbrics.com 
Tourists are increasingly choosing not only Rio, but also small resorts…
(2025-04-10). China places high-purity quartz to country's official list of strategic mineral resources. tvbrics.com 
(2025-04-10). Exhibition of theatrical stage props opens in Moscow. tvbrics.com The exhibition presents sabres, rapiers and swords used in the performances of Russia's major theatres…
(2025-04-10). Foreign tourists issue one million e-visas to Russia. tvbrics.com 
Russia started issuing electronic visas from 1 August 2023…
(2025-04-10). Giant Sasanian era jar discovered in Southern Iran. tvbrics.com 
The vessel was found by chance during the installation of a power line support…
(2025-04-10). Indonesia develops AI-driven malaria detection. tvbrics.com 
New system leverages advanced imaging and machine learning to identify malaria parasites with greater speed and accuracy…
(2025-04-10). Indonesian and UAE Presidents sign agreements on cooperation in key areas. tvbrics.com Among the documents is a memorandum on the construction of a floating solar power plant in the republic…
(2025-04-10). Iran sets new record in oil exports to China. tvbrics.com 
March shipments exceed 1.8 million tonnes…
(2025-04-10). Kazakhstan is ready to supply Iran with up to 2 million tonnes of wheat per year. tvbrics.com 
The parties discussed activation of deliveries…
(2025-04-10). Moscow hosts press screening of "Fine Dining: Stories of Food in Ancient China" exhibition. tvbrics.com 
The project has been adapted especially for the Russian audience…
(2025-04-10). Russia opens BRICS Industrial Competence Centre on the basis of UNIDO. tvbrics.com It will become a tool for introducing advanced technologies at industrial enterprises…
(2025-04-10). How Trump flip-flopped on pausing tariffs. aljazeera.com Trump initially dismissed a tariff pause. Then he announced a 90-day reduction for all except China.
(2025-04-10). American Airlines planes bump wings at Washington airport. aljazeera.com At least three members of Congress are on one of the planes in this latest mishap at Reagan National.
(2025-04-10). 'Make showers great again': Why Trump's fighting bathroom water pressure. aljazeera.com Trump's new executive order declares showerheads will not be 'weak and worthless' any more. But what about water bills?
(2025-04-10). Stocks soar: Why Trump faces scrutiny over tariff pause timing. aljazeera.com Trump's sudden 90-day tariff pause which caused stock index gains has prompted concerns about insider trading.
(2025-04-10). Tanzania opposition party leader Tundu Lissu charged with treason. aljazeera.com Lissu's lawyer Rugemeleza Nshala said the charges against his client were politically driven.
(2025-04-10). Trump-China tariff war: What could the US gain and lose? aljazeera.com Trump's 125 percent tariffs on Chinese imports come into force amid market relief elsewhere.
(2025-04-10). US stocks down as trade war with China deepens. aljazeera.com The White House says President Donald Trump's tariffs on imports from China is currently 145 percent.
(2025-04-10). Who is Pierre Poilievre, Canada's Conservative leader? aljazeera.com Poilievre faces tight election race to become prime minister in campaign dominated by Trump threats.
(2025-04-10). Could Donald Trump's tariffs destroy globalisation? aljazeera.com Implications of US trade policies cause alarm far and wide.
(2025-04-10). Trump warns tariffs will return without trade deals. aljazeera.com Trump says paused tariffs will return if trade deals aren't reached.
(2025-04-10). US-China trade war escalates after Trump increases tariffs. aljazeera.com The US and China trade war is escalating after US President Donald Trump increased China's trade levy to 125%.
(2025-04-10). Manchester United: Cantona claims Ratcliffe is destroying club. aljazeera.com Former Man Utd captain Eric Cantona blasts club ownership at fan event.
(2025-04-10). Video: Panama-US sign understanding on US troop deployments. aljazeera.com The US Defense Secretary said US troop deployments would reduce Chinese influence on control of the Panama Canal.
(2025-04-10). Egg Prices Break Record for Third Month in a Row: Top $6/Dozen. commondreams.org At $6.23 per dozen, average U.S. egg prices have broken the record high for the third month in a row, according to the latest monthly consumer price index of Grade A large eggs, released today. This eclipses the previous record high of $5.90/dozen last month.This news comes as the nation's largest egg producer, Cal-Maine,
(2025-04-10). Michelle Obama breaks silence on recent absences from political events, divorce rumours. geo.tv 
Former first lady Michelle Obama gestures during a gathering. — Reuters/FileFormer first lady Michelle Obama addressed her recent absences from political events and rumours of marital troubles during a podcast released Tuesday.Obama said on the "Work in Progress"…
(2025-04-10). China is ready for battle Trump could lose this game of chicken. defenddemocracy.press By John Rapley* April 10, 2025 Donald Trump boasted that world leaders were "kissing my ass" as they scrambled to negotiate tariff deals with the United States. At a fundraising dinner this week in Washington, the President taunted his purported sycophants: "Please, sir, make a deal. I'll do anything. I'll do anything, sir." It's not …
(2025-04-10). A Little Known Episode in China-India Cooperation During Nehru's Time Is Worth Revisiting Now. defenddemocracy.press by Keji Mao* Apr 10,2025 Featured Image: Mahalanobis and Zhou Enlai at the Indian Statistical Institute, Calcutta, December 9, 1956. Photo: Author. In an increasingly uncertain world, India's decision to 'learn' from China's agricultural successes serves as a potent reminder. In the winter of 1955, the prime minister's residence in New Delhi welcomed a distinguished Chinese …
(2025-04-10). China Retaliates With 84% Tariff As Trump's Trade War Escalates to 125%. scheerpost.com
(2025-04-10). Trump pauses steeper tariffs for most countries, while hiking levies on China. What we know. whyy.org President Just after midnight, dozens o…
(2025-04-10). China is not panicking over US President Donald Trump's tariff war. globalvoices.org 
(2025-04-10). China Punishes Top US Industry After Trump Angers Beijing With 125% Tariff | Hollywood | Xi Jinping. hindustantimes.com China has retaliated against President Donald Trump's 125% tariff on Chinese goods by announcing a reduction in Hollywood film imports. The National Film Administration stated it would "moderately reduce" American films entering the Chinese market, citing souring domestic demand for U.S. cinema. Experts view this move as a symbolic strike against American cultural influence, with Hollywood studios bracing for losses in the world's second-largest film market. Watch the video for details.
(2025-04-10). China Shows First Sign Of Weakness, Makes Big Offer To Trump After 125% Tariff? 'Meet Us Halfway'. hindustantimes.com China on April 10 urged the United States to meet it "halfway" to resolve differences over trade after President Donald Trump imposed a 125% tariff on Beijing. "We hope the US will meet China halfway, and, based on the principles of mutual respect, peaceful coexistence and win-win cooperation, properly resolve differences through dialogue and consultation," the spokesperson for China's Commerce Ministry was quoted as saying by AFP.
(2025-04-10). Full Video: China Fumes In Anger After Trump Spares World, But Hits Beijing With 125% Tariff. hindustantimes.com China has said that it "will not sit back" after United States President Donald Trump imposed a 125% tariff on Beijing, while giving 90-day relief to most countries. China Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian also dubbed the 125% tariff "against the whole world". Watch the full press briefing here.
(2025-04-10). A list of the goods most affected by the current tariff war>. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA — Based on the ongoing tariff war between the United States (US) and China, Bloomberg conducted a detailed study featuring the most affected goods and products impacted by the recently imposed tariffs worldwide.Recently imposed tariffs: Notably, The United States (US) President, Donald Trump, announced the impose of new tariffs that significantly impacted China with an additional 50% total of tariff, bringing the overall total to 104%. | This decision immediately affected China's economy and its demand for oil imports. In response, China announced a 34% tariff on American products and goods.
(2025-04-10). Trump Blinks in Trade War as Market Turmoil Looms. english.almanar.com.lb US President Donald Trump abruptly paused planned tariff hikes on most countries on Thursday, sending global markets surging with optimism. However, the reprieve was short-lived as Trump simultaneously escalated the trade war with China, slapping a staggering 125% tariff on Chinese imports. The mixed signals from the White House came amid growing concerns over the …
(2025-04-10). Association: Coal use forecast to peak by 2028. ecns.cn China's coal consumption is expected to peak around 2028, the China National Coal Association forecast on Wednesday.
(2025-04-10). China vows to help export enterprises. ecns.cn China has vowed to help its export-oriented foreign trade enterprises explore the domestic market in the face of the willful tariff hikes placed by the United States, the Ministry of Commerce said on Thursday.
(2025-04-10). China tops emerging markets for three consecutive years: report. ecns.cn (ECNS) ⚪ China has ranked among the top ten for four consecutive years and held the top position in emerging markets for three years in a row, according to the 2025 Kearney FDI Confidence Index published on Wednesday.
(2025-04-10). China discovers high-purity quartz for semiconductor industry. ecns.cn China has discovered a new mineral type, high-purity quartz, primarily used in high-tech industries including semiconductors and photovoltaics, according to the Ministry of Natural Resources of China on Thursday.
(2025-04-10). China, EU vow joint efforts to uphold multilateral trading. ecns.cn The joint efforts of China and the European Union to uphold a rules-based multilateral trading system and promote trade liberalization will enhance the stability and certainty of global trade and the world economy.
(2025-04-10). China's commerce minister meets EU, ASEAN officials. ecns.cn Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao met with representatives of EU and Malaysia – the rotating chair of ASEAN – via video, respectively.
(2025-04-10). China remains confident in the face of U.S. tariff pressure: expert. ecns.cn Concerning the hefty tariffs initiated by the Trump administration, a Chinese expert believes they would not endanger the overall situation of China's economic development, adding that it is fully prepared for such a situation.
(2025-04-10). Central Asia's largest wind power project begins operations. ecns.cn The Bash and Zankeldi Wind Power Project in Uzbekistan, co-developed by China Southern Power Grid, was put into operation earlier this month, becoming the largest wind power project in Central Asia, according to the company.
(2025-04-10). U.S. tariffs on China to hit European companies. ecns.cn U.S. tariffs levied on Chinese imports will have a significant impact on European companies exporting from China to the U.S., compelling many to reevaluate their business models and restructure their supply chain strategies.
(2025-04-10). Strategic new mineral type established. ecns.cn The Ministry of Natural Resources announced the establishment of high-purity quartz as China's 174th new mineral type on Thursday.
(2025-04-10). China discovers new mineral species vital for strategic emerging sectors. ecns.cn This discovery is expected to reduce the country's heavy reliance on imports and support the high-quality development of related strategic emerging industries such as semiconductors and photovoltaics.
(2025-04-10). Experts urge more research on hydrogen transportation via pipelines. ecns.cn Experts are calling for intensified efforts to enhance research on risk control for hydrogen transportation via pipelines in response to potential surges in China's production and consumption of this clean energy as the country works toward carbon neutrality.
(2025-04-10). China Red Cross' second batch of aid arrives in Myanmar. ecns.cn The second batch of humanitarian relief supplies donated by the Red Cross Society of China to quake-stricken Myanmar arrived in the city of Mandalay near the epicenter in the evening of Tuesday, said the organization.
(2025-04-10). New coach for China women's volleyball team. ecns.cn The Chinese Volleyball Association today announced the appointment of Zhao Yong as the new head coach of the China women's national volleyball team, along with the latest training squad.
(2025-04-10). Giant panda Fu Bao enjoys life in Sichuan. ecns.cn Fu Bao was born in South Korea in July 2020 and brought back to China in April last year.
(2025-04-10). Left lanes of Daping River bridge connected in Guangxi. ecns.cn Aerial view of the construction site of the Daping River bridge on the Cangzhao highway from Cangwu to Zhaoping county, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, April 9, 2025.
(2025-04-10). Haikou gears up for 5th China International Consumer Products Expo. ecns.cn Technicians work at the Hainan International Convention and Exhibition Center, the main venue for the upcoming fifth China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE), in Haikou, south China's Hainan Province, April 9, 2025.
(2025-04-10). Selected Articles: The Tariff War: First Step Towards a Slave Society. globalresearch.ca 
By The imposition of these tariffs will cause damage to the economies off all nations of the world. It is best seen as …
(2025-04-10). Foreign Interference Threats In Canada's Federal Election Are Both Old And New. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Fears of foreign interference loom over the Canadian election. The federal inquiry on foreign interference revealed that entities aligned with India and China interfered …
(2025-04-10). China's New Underwater Tool Cuts Deeps, Exposing Vulnerability Of Vital Network Of Subsea Cables. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Chinese researchers have unveiled a new deep-sea tool capable of cutting through the world's most secure subsea cables – and it has many in the West feeling a little …
(2025-04-10). Bernie Sanders Demands a $17 Minimum Wage as Trump's Tariffs Embarrass GOP. truthout.org With whirlwind tariffs and a looming trade war with China threatening to raise prices, government services halted by sweeping staffing cuts and Republicans in Congress moving to slash the social safety net to pay for tax cuts that would primarily benefit the wealthy, experts say the GOP agenda coalescing under President Donald Trump poses a "triple threat" to the economic well-being of millions of… |
(2025-04-10). Congressional Republicans' SAVE Act Would Codify Donald Trump's Anti-Voting Power Grab. commondreams.org
(2025-04-10). Donald Trump and Elon Musk Are Weaponizing Social Security. commondreams.org The following is a statement from
(2025-04-10). House GOP Gives Green Light to Payout for Billionaires. commondreams.org House Republicans today passed the budget resolution blueprint first passed by the Senate, unifying both chambers of Congress as a first step toward a reconciliation bill.Lisa Gilbert, co-president of Public Citizen, released the following statement: "In unifying behind this budget resolution, congressional Republicans are telling us they are serious about their agenda to rob everyday Americans in order to deliver a big payout to the ultra-wealthy in tax cuts. As they now work to actually write the bill that they intend to push through via the reconciliation process, which will deplete funding for health care,…
(2025-04-10). House Passes Modern Day Poll Tax in SAVE Act. commondreams.org
(2025-04-10). House Passes SAVE Act; Brennan Center Reacts. commondreams.org
(2025-04-10). Report: Corporate Tax Lobbyists Swarmed Capitol Hill. commondreams.org Out of the top 100 entities hiring the most tax lobbyists in 2024, all but two represented corporate interests, according to a
(2025-04-10). Why Sandbagging Public Servants Invites Waste, Fraud, and Abuse. counterpunch.org 
Workers who issue licenses and permits for the city of Dallas fought back in 2024 when officials moved them into a building that failed to meet the very same safety requirements they enforce at dozens of other office towers. The workers, including members of the United Steelworkers (USW), organized a rally, secured the city council's intervention,
(2025-04-10). The Ecology of Occupation: Palestine's Struggle for Land and Life. counterpunch.org 
In the fractured and scarred landscapes of Palestine, where the earth's skin is etched with memories of violence, dispossession, and resistance, there lies an unspoken tragedy. An ecological tragedy. Beyond the suffocating walls of the occupation, beneath the rubble of homes and the twisting olive trees, there is a landscape slowly being strangled, not only
(2025-04-10). Trump's Big Wealth Tax. counterpunch.org 
Many progressives have long pushed for a wealth tax to lessen some of the huge fortunes that have been built as a result of the rise in inequality over the last half-century. Regardless of the merits of a wealth tax, to many of us it seemed like an impossible political and even legal lift. It
(2025-04-10). Imagining Just and Equitable Workplaces. counterpunch.org 
Inspiring an imagination for change is one of the hardest things to accomplish in the classroom. My students are brilliant at understanding social problems. They can connect causes of inequality across the globe and analyze how the past informs the present. However, it is hard for them, and sometimes me, to see beyond a slightly
(2025-04-10). Why Social Democrats in Germany Are Facing Extinction. counterpunch.org 
The coalition negotiations between the social democratic SPD and conservative right CDU/CSU are going surprisingly smoothly, almost harmoniously. Lars Klingbeil, co-chairman of the SPD, explains that he and CDU leader Friedrich Merz get along well. A Shadow of its Former Self An settlement on the coalition agreement could be reached shortly, it is said. The
(2025-04-10). The Tragedy of Realpolitik. counterpunch.org 
The Tragic Mind: Fear, Fate, and the Burden of Power by Robert Kaplan, (Yale University Press, 2023. Pp. 135). This book by Robert D. Kaplan is essentially a concise essay and demonstrates a way of describing political theory through the lens of literary criticism. As a notable voice in modern geopolitical thought, Kaplan explores the
(2025-04-10). Diplomacy or Deception? Trump's North Korea Strategy. counterpunch.org 
At a glimpse, the 7-foot cylindrical silhouette of the MK-82, a 500-lbs bomb manufactured by General Dynamics, could be mistaken for a human being falling from the sky. With an 89 kg explosive payload, the bomb shreds its steel hull upon impact, scattering shrapnel that can rip flesh and bone over a lethal radius the
(2025-04-10). My Immigrant Father "Stole" American Jobs: Another "Confession" from a Child of Mexican Immigrants. counterpunch.org 
On November 14, 2024, I "confessed" that my late Mexican immigrant mother, Carmen Mejía Huerta, "stole" White American jobs. My mother's "high crimes and misdemeanors" consisted of working as a domestic worker (doméstica)for over four decades, "stealing jobs" from White American women. These are the same gendered jobs that millions of White women discarded and outsourced during the second half of the 20th Century (to the present) to pursue leisure and employment opportunities.
(2025-04-10). Technology to aid SA's border management efforts. sanews.gov.za Technology to aid SA's border management efforts | Four advanced unmanned aerial vehicles, commonly known as drones and 40 body-worn cameras will be deployed for the first time at the country's ports of entry over the coming Easter long weekend. | The drones are equipped with some of the most advanced night vision cameras in the world, including thermal detection technology. | Powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI), the devices are able to recognise and lock onto heat sources, moving people, or vehicles. They can also travel at speeds up to 43 kilometres per hour and are capable of operating in remote rural area…
(2025-04-10). Lunar sample reveals far side drier than near side. ecns.cn Chinese scientists have found that water content in the far-side lunar mantle is less than 2 micrograms per gram, based on samples retrieved by the Chang'e-6 mission. This indicates the far side of the Moon to be drier than previously thought.
(2025-04-10). Fallout of hefty levies expands amid strong opposition. ecns.cn The United States on Tuesday raised the total tariff on Chinese imports to more than 120 percent, which will have a widespread impact on trade between the world's two largest economies, according to experts and politicians.
(2025-04-10). U.S. tariff escalation triggers global alarm over free trade era demise: expert. ecns.cn The Trump administration's continued push for higher global tariffs has provoked widespread concern, sparking protests at home and criticism from global partners.
(2025-04-10). Xi signs order on enforcing drug administration law in military. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, chairman of the Central Military Commission (CMC), has signed an order to release revised guidelines on the enforcement of the drug administration law in the Chinese armed forces.
(2025-04-10). Xi sends congratulatory message to 9th CELAC summit. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory message to the 9th summit of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States, which opened Wednesday in Tegucigalpa, the capital of Honduras.
(2025-04-10). Health authorities ask all major hospitals to set up weight management clinics. ecns.cn All major hospitals will set up weight management clinics by the end of June this year, according to a notice released by the National Health Commission and the National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine on Thursday.
(2025-04-10). Scenery of largest artificial lake in Fujian. ecns.cn With a water area of 37.1 square kilometers, the Cuiping Lake Scenic Spot is a national 4A level tourist attraction.
(2025-04-10). Ucrânia nà£o consegue apoio internacional após forte ataque russo. globalresearch.ca Recentemente, um ataque russo à cidade de Krivoy Rog, no sul da Ucrânia, gerou polêmica. De um lado, a Ucrânia e seus apoiadores acusam a Rússia de matar civis "deliberadamente", enquanto do outro lado os EUA està£o em silêncio sobre …
(2025-04-10). The Geopolitics of Elite Insanity. "Transforming the Entire World into A Planetary Technocracy." Robert J. Burrowes. globalresearch.ca No government, including those of the BRICS countries, is resisting these profound changes. The geopolitical world does not revolve around sovereign nation-states because no nation is sovereign.
(2025-04-10). Trump decimates US healthcare. presstv.ir Healthcare patients, unions, medical workers, researchers and academics throughout the US have demanded a reversal of Trump's cuts in healthcare.
(2025-04-10). 'Uganda's speedy motorbike taxis will slow down for cash'. independent.co.ug 
Road accidents cost Uganda US$1.2 billion annually, which is about 5% of its GDP ANALYSIS | CLAUDE RAISARO | Every day, 10 people die on the roads of Kampala, Uganda's capital. Road accidents cost Uganda US$1.2 billion annually, which is about 5% of its GDP. The cost typically arises from healthcare spending. Families face crippling medical bills and …
(2025-04-10). ICRC at the Riyadh International Humanitarian Forum: A Voice for Humanity. icrc.org
(2025-04-10). Humanitarian Report 2025: the situation in Colombia reached its most critical point in eight years in 2024. icrc.org
(2025-04-10). With too many wars raging and tensions rising, we must uphold international humanitarian law and the vision of a mine-free world. icrc.org Joint statement by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway and Sweden National Red Cross Societies…
(2025-04-10). Afghanistan: Communities still endangered by mines and unexploded ordnance. icrc.org
(2025-04-10). The constant danger of explosive hazards. icrc.org
(2025-04-10). Ethiopia: Raising awareness about weapon contamination among schoolchildren in Oromia. icrc.org
(2025-04-10). Frequently asked questions about the ICRC's work in Myanmar. icrc.org
(2025-04-10). Frequently asked questions on the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention or 'Ottawa Treaty'. icrc.org
(2025-04-10). In the minefields of Iraq, Noora works to restore life and hope to her homeland. icrc.org
(2025-04-10). Final Environmental and Social Safeguard Documents for Consultation – Strengthening Community Resilience (SCORE) April 2025. icrc.org
(2025-04-10). Myanmar: Landmine awareness saves lives amid conflict and natural disasters. icrc.org
(2025-04-10). Russia-Ukraine International Armed Conflict: Helping civilians cross frontlines and borders. icrc.org
(2025-04-10). Sudan:Facts and Figures 2024. icrc.org
(2025-04-10). A Week in Ukraine. icrc.org
(2025-04-10). Landmines and explosive remnants cast a long shadow over Iraq amid recovery efforts. icrc.org
(2025-04-10). Myanmar: ICRC calls for courageous decisions to bring respite to suffering communities. icrc.org
(2025-04-10). Senior police officials from 63 countries meet in Colombia to strengthen the implementation of international standards in police operations. icrc.org
(2025-04-10). Experts push for indigenous knowledge in curriculum to counter external influences. independent.co.ug 
The push for integrating indigenous knowledge into Uganda's curriculum comes at a time when there is growing recognition that traditional Western education, while valuable, may not fully meet the needs of Ugandan learners. By including indigenous knowledge, experts believe that the curriculum can become more practical, equipping students not only with theoretical knowledge but also …
(2025-04-10). UNAM seeks to demobilize students, but protests continue. itsgoingdown.org
(2025-04-10). Nà£o há soluàßà£o fora da dissoluàßà£o do regime terrorista de Kiev. strategic-culture.su
(2025-04-10). No solution but the dissolution of the terrorist Kiev regime. strategic-culture.su
(2025-04-10). DHS Announces It's Surveilling Immigrants' Social Media for 'Antisemitism'. scheerpost.com
(2025-04-10). Professor Glenn Diesen: Transatlantic Ties Unraveling. gilbertdoctorow.com The brief summary that Professor Diesen has attached to this 35-minute interview reads: "The US seeks to readjust to a multipolar world, and Europe's relevance and priority have declined. Beyond Europe's efforts to sabotage Trump's peace initiative in Ukraine and the tariff wars, there is a deeper contempt for Europe that is no longer concealed." …
(2025-04-10). The German debt to Greece. defenddemocracy.press By Maria Negreponti-Delivanis (*) Today is the 84th anniversary of that fateful day, 6 April 1941. Today marks the 84th anniversary of that fateful day of 6 April 1941. It was a Sunday, like today, when the super-heavy Nazi boot stormed our homeland at dawn. And then, for 1,625 days, the Greeks were martyred under …
(2025-04-10). Germany's Nazi Secrets in Greece. defenddemocracy.press Apr 4, 2025 80 years after Nazi Germany's occupation of Crete, Nazis are still being honored in Crete. German soldiers and neo-Nazis visit state-funded memorials—while Germany continues refusing reparations to the victims. Watch our documentary Watch the video here We remind our readers that publication of articles on our site does not mean that we …
(2025-04-10). France could recognize the state of Palestine in June. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Following his visit to Egypt, French President Emmanuel Macron announced that Paris may recognize the State of Palestine "in June" during a conference on Palestine to be held in New York, co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia."We must move towards recognition, and we will do so in the coming months," the French president revealed in an interview with France 5 television yesterday. He added: "Our goal is to co-chair this conference with Saudi Arabia in June, where we can achieve mutual recognition (of a Palestinian state) with several parties."üî¥ La France pourrait reconnaàÆ…
(2025-04-10). Ripping up Constitutions. ips-dc.org
(2025-04-10). Moscow hosts Belarusian-Latin American forum. eng.belta.by The event was organized by the Belarusian National Center for Marketing and Price Study and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. It was attended by diplomats of 11 embassies of Latin American countries in the Russian Federation, 10 of which were represented at the level of Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary.
(2025-04-10). Moscow hosts Belarus-Russia ministerial consultations on international cooperation. eng.belta.by During the consultations, the diplomats discussed global and pan-European security.
(2025-04-10). Ukraine War Day A Tale Of Two Brave Priests. awfulavalanche.wordpress.com 
Dear Readers: | Partly in penance for my anti-Religion diatribes of the past, I have for you today not one, but two, stories, each about a Russian priest who has proved not just his loyalty towards his flock, but also his general courage as a human being. | Father Simeon: |
(2025-04-10). US, Russia delegations arrive for talks in Istanbul on diplomatic missions. geo.tv 
(2025-04-10). Can hockey diplomacy ice out chill in US-Russia ties? responsiblestatecraft.org 
Last Sunday, 39-year-old Russian ice hockey star Alex Ovechkin playing for the Washington Capitals surpassed Canadian-American Wayne Gretzky's National Hockey League scoring record, netting his 895th goal.What elevated this seismic moment in hockey history beyond stats was Gretzky's
(2025-04-10). Dehumanization and Protest: Miami's Krome Detention Center and Beyond. scheerpost.com
(2025-04-10). NYT Covers Up for Cuomo. scheerpost.com
(2025-04-10). Garland and Me … smoothiex12.blogspot.com In 2.5 hours, actually. 6: 00 PM PDT, 9: 00 EST.
(2025-04-10). Larry Posted an Excellent … smoothiex12.blogspot.com long read by Peter Henseler. I strongly recommend reading it.
(2025-04-10). Some "Math" … smoothiex12.blogspot.com
(2025-04-10). A socialist response to the Trump trade war. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-10). Birmingham's gone bust! But why are workers told to pay? thecommunists.org Download this leaflet as a pdf. Birmingham bin workers have been out on strike since 11 March. They are being told to take a pay cut of up to £8,000 after national austerity and local speculation combined to bankrupt the city. The council is refusing to back down, preferring to let 17,000 tons of refuse …
(2025-04-10). Three civilians killed in Sana'a as US intensifies airstrikes on Yemen. presstv.ir At least three civilians have been killed in new US airstrikes on Yemen's capital, bringing to 107 the total number of people killed in such attacks across the country since mid-March.
(2025-04-10). Iraq's Kata'ib Hezbollah: Disarmament reports 'lies and fabrications'. presstv.ir Kata'ib Hezbollah has dismissed recent claims suggesting it is preparing to disarm in response to potential US military strikes as "lies and fabrications."
(2025-04-10). Under Taliban rule, women and girls in Afghanistan turn to drugs amid rising depression. globalvoices.org 
A consequence of facing nothing but a bleak future and being denied the right to study and work Originally published on This article was written by Behnia for
(2025-04-10). Adam Schiff Says Trump Should Face Insider Trading Inquiry Amid Tariff Actions. truthout.org Following the tumultuous ups and downs in the stock market this week in reaction to President Donald Trump's tariff actions, Sen. Adam Schiff (D-California) is calling on Congress to investigate the possibility of insider trading by the administration. Trump's tariffs placed different tax rates on products imported into the U.S. from dozens of countries across the globe… |
(2025-04-10). Poll Shows 7 in 10 Don't Want Trump to Run for Third Term. truthout.org A new poll shows that most Americans believe President Donald Trump will attempt to run for a third presidential term when his current one expires, though the vast majority don't want him to, and even more recognize it would be illegal for him to do so. Trump has frequently flirted with the idea of running for president again, even though the 22nd Amendment to the U.S. |
(2025-04-10). After Uproar, Social Security Administration Walks Back Phone Service Cuts. truthout.org Social Security advocates celebrated a hard-fought win on Wednesday while still stressing that the Trump administration poses a dire threat to millions of Americans' earned benefits. The Social Security Administration on Tuesday seemingly walked back plans to require beneficiaries to verify their identities using an online system and force those who couldn't do so to provide documentation at… |
(2025-04-10). As US Airlines Outsource Plane Repairs, Private Equity Is Moving In. truthout.org Private equity firms are increasingly targeting the little-known companies that fix planes for commercial airlines — preying on an industry with already weakened oversight and further stoking aviation safety advocates' fears. In the past, commercial airlines in the United States did the critical work of inspecting and repairing their fleets in-house, employing teams of mechanics to conduct… |
(2025-04-10). CIJA Lobbied Or Sponsored Trips For 58% Of MPs Running In 2025. readthemaple.com CIJA's significant level of interaction with incumbents may indicate notable political influence.
(2025-04-10). People's Social Forum 2014. alterinter.org Uniting Social Movements Against Neoliberalism and the Right Wing.
(2025-04-10). President Ramaphosa addresses WTO 30th anniversary. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa addresses WTO 30th anniversary | President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on world leaders to ensure that the multilateral trading system is "strengthened" in the face of uncertain economic times. | The President was delivering remarks at the 30th Anniversary of the establishment of the World Trade Organisation (WTO). | World trade has come under uncertainty as the United States of America imposed — and then paused — steep trade tariffs on nearly all the world's countries. | "The 30th anniversary of the establishment of the WTO takes place in challenging and uncertain times. We are see…
(2025-04-10). Nzimande, UN Secretary-General's Envoy on Technology meet on Global Digital Compact. sanews.gov.za Nzimande, UN Secretary-General's Envoy on Technology meet on Global Digital Compact | The Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Professor Blade Nzimande, met with Mandeep Gill, the Undersecretary and Special Envoy of the United Nations Secretary-General for Digital and Emerging Technologies, on Wednesday. | The meeting primarily focused on South Africa's role in implementing the UN's Global Digital Compact (GDC) and the opportunities this presents for developing the country's digital economy. | The GDC forms part of the UN's Pact for the Future, which was adopted during the Summit of the Future in 2024.
(2025-04-10). Social Development gazettes social grant increases. sanews.gov.za Social Development gazettes social grant increases | The Department of Social Development has published in the government gazette the new social grants amounts effective from this month. | The new amounts, as per the gazette, are: | Older persons grant: R2310 | Older persons grant 75 years plus (additional payment): R2310 + R20 | War veterans' grant (including additional payment): R2310 + R20 | Disability grant: R2310 | Care dependency grant: R2310 | Foster child grant: R1250 | Child support grant: R560 | Child support grant (Top-Up): R560 + R280 | Grant-in-Aid: R560 | The increases are implemented from 1 April.
(2025-04-10). Communities along Vaal River floodlines urged to evacuate. sanews.gov.za Communities along Vaal River floodlines urged to evacuate | Water and Sanitation Minister, Pemmy Majodina, has urged residents residing along the floodlines of the Vaal River to evacuate the area and those who have already relocated not to return to their homes. | Majodina, accompanied by Deputy Minister David Mahlobo, conducted a site visit to the Vaal Dam on Wednesday to assess the condition of water resource infrastructure following significant inflows into the dam due to persistent rainfall across the Vaal River Catchment. | The Minister was joined by Rand Water Chairperson Ramateu Monyokolo and Chief Executi…
(2025-04-10). President engages with various technologies at the CSIR. sanews.gov.za President engages with various technologies at the CSIR | President Cyril Ramaphosa engaged with various researchers and technologies on his visit to the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) earlier this week. | The President was hosted by the Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation, Professor Blade Nzimande when he toured several facilities at the CSIR on Tuesday. | Among the technologies the President interacted with, was the Oceans and Coastal Information Management System (OCIMS), a sophisticated digital platform developed by the CSIR. | It enables South Africa to monitor, protect, an…
(2025-04-10). Deputy Minister pays visit to family of alleged sexual violence victim. sanews.gov.za Deputy Minister pays visit to family of alleged sexual violence victim | The days of sexual predators roaming the streets should be a thing of the past, says Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Kenny Morolong. | The Deputy Minister said this during his visit to the family of a seven-year-old girl who was allegedly raped in Ipelegeng Township, Schweizer Reneke in the North West. | "We are encouraged that despite the matter being reported in December 2024, an arrest has finally been affected. The days of sexual predators roaming on our streets should be a thing of the past," the Deputy Minster said. | The Deputy Mi…
(2025-04-10). Why America don't need no stinkin' 'allies'. strategic-culture.su By David STOCKMAN | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | OK, the title is a bit crude and is deliberately mocking in tone. But it ha…
(2025-04-10). The first 'Twitter revolution' against the Communist Party: What happened in Moldova 16 years ago? strategic-culture.su
(2025-04-10). Iran's regime unlikely to back down as Trump plays with fire. strategic-culture.su
(2025-04-10). Izvestia: SCO explores market alignment with BRICS amid global trade upheaval. defenddemocracy.press by Anastasia Kostina April 10, 2025 The markets of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) and BRICS could potentially be integrated, representatives of the SCO Secretariat told Izvestia. They clarified that such a decision would need to be made by the competent authorities of the member states of both blocs. However, experts noted that a rapid …
(2025-04-10). CPJ, partners call on Ecuador's presidential candidates to commit to press freedom. CPJ Staff
(2025-04-10). Amid tensions, Moldova's Transnistria seeks to further limit journalist access. CPJ Staff
(2025-04-10). Guatemalan journalist Nelton Rivera targeted by smear, threat campaign. CPJ Staff
(2025-04-10). Journalists kidnapped, threatened with lynching as chaos worsens in Haiti. CPJ Staff
(2025-04-10). Zambian journalist attacked, facing criminal charges after covering ruling party supporters. CPJ Staff
(2025-04-10). Philly lawmaker wants to add 'muscles' and 'teeth' to city's property maintenance code. whyy.org Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! A Philadelphia lawmaker wants the city to create a relocation fund for tenants facing displacement after their property is "deemed uninhabitable" by city inspectors. | Under proposed legislation, the city would be authorized to issue one-time payments to these tenants, who often cannot afford to relocate without assistance. | The bill does not specify how much eligible tenants could receive through th…
(2025-04-10). A helicopter has crashed in the Hudson River off Manhattan, authorities say. whyy.org A helicopter crashed Thursday into the Hudson River just off Manhattan, authorities said. | The fire department said it received a report of a helicopter in the water at 3: 17 p.m. | Videos posted on social media showed the aircraft mostly submerged, upside down in the water. | The fire department said it had units on scene performing rescue operations. Multiple rescue boats were seen on video circling the aircraft. | The rescue craft were near a site close to the Manhattan waterfront, near the end of a long maintenance pier for one of the ventilation towers for the Holland Tunnel.
(2025-04-10). 2 kids are missing after a fire races through Millville, New Jersey. whyy.org A fire raced through a southern New Jersey neighborhood, destroying at least two homes and leaving two children unaccounted for, authorities said. | The blaze in Millville was reported at around 11 p.m. Wednesday, but firefighters' initial efforts were hampered because a nearby hydrant wasn't working, Millville Fire Chief John Wettstein said. Crews had to run about 800 feet (about 240 meters) of hose to another hydrant and nearly that length to a third to combat the blaze, which burned for several hours before it was brought under control. | Two homes were engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived, and the bla…
(2025-04-10). Fact Check : Global Times article about "America First" Policy. thinktank.pk Chinese state media article titled "'America First' cannot deprive other nations", dissecting its framing techniques, fake or misleading elements, and broader geopolitical context. The article critiques U.S. tariff policies as violations of global trade ethics, but embeds multiple propaganda tactics, exaggerations, and selective framing. Fact Check: True: The U.S. has indeed imposed tariffs on Chinese …
(2025-04-10). Court Intervention on Security Agency Head Stirs Fierce Debate Over Democracy, Governance. themedialine.org 
(2025-04-10). Genetic Scientists Mix Dire Wolf and Grey Wolf Genes, Producing Ethics Debates. wattsupwiththat.com And while the puppies are certainly cute, the branding of this as a "de-exctinction" is questionable.
(2025-04-10). Over 30 items here: Evidence that the climate scam is collapsing. wattsupwiththat.com The climate scam is imploding right now. Of course there are still plenty of remaining pockets of climate cultism, but the whole movement is crumbling.
(2025-04-10). Possible HIV funding cuts could 'wipe out' Delaware prevention program. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? For decades, federal funding has served as the backbone for HIV prevention, treatment, and support services across the country. But with the Trump administration's Health and Human Services Department canceling
(2025-04-10). Philly metro loses hundreds of federal government jobs as more IRS layoffs loom. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? The federal workforce across the Philadelphia metropolitan area has shrunk during the first few months of Donald Trump's second term as president, With a current
(2025-04-10). Trump's new energy order puts states' climate laws in the crosshairs of the Department of Justice. whyy.org A new executive order from President Donald Trump that's part of his effort to invigorate energy production raises the possibility that his Department of Justice will go to court against state climate change laws aimed at slashing planet-warming greenhouse gas pollution from fossil fuels. | Trump's order,
(2025-04-10). Could we be entering a 'movement moment' against Trump? wagingnonviolence.org 
(2025-04-10). Egypt To Sell Stakes in Military Firms as Part of IMF-Backed Reforms. themedialine.org 
(2025-04-10). Press for Freedom: A Passover Message From The Media Line. themedialine.org 
(2025-04-10). Spring gardening essentials. whyy.org Whether it's a Philly rooftop, community space, or lush backyard, two longtime experts will share their best tips and tricks for taking care of your garden this spring.
(2025-04-10). Studio 2 Extra: Will Smith releases new music, reflects on Philly. whyy.org Will Smith returns to music after two decades with his new album, "Based on a True Story." He spoke with Cherri Gregg about his connection to his hometown and personal growth.
(2025-04-10). Restaurant Favorites: Fiore, Abyssinia, Cafe Carmela. whyy.org Three locals sit down with host Kae Lani Palmisano and talk about their favorite restaurants in the Philly area. First up, Fiore is a casual spot in Fishtown, serving up some seriously delicious authentic Italian baked goods. Next, we try Ethiopian classics at Abyssinia, a neighborhood fixture in West Philly. Last, we check out Cafe Carmela, a red sauce and pizza joint in Huntingdon Valley.
(2025-04-10). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-04-10). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-04-10). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-04-10). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-04-10). WHYY Media Labs Student Showcase 2024-2025. whyy.org Join us for an in-person screening featuring works produced by students participating in the WHYY Media Labs Program.
(2025-04-10). Sheboygan, April 19, 2025: We the People! Rally March. wibailoutpeople.org 
10 a.m. — 12 NOON: Earth Day Clean Up, Meet Outside Paradigm Coffee at their Lil Yellow Trailer, 1202 N 8th Street, Sheboygan 12 NOON March Begins to Fountain Park 12-2 P.M. Rally and Gathering at Fountain Park, 14th and Erie, Sheboygan Please bring a jar of peanut butter for the Sheboygan County Food Bank.
(2025-04-10). UW Oshkosh United Faculty and Staff Brings Delegation to UAW 291 Picket Lines! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2025-04-10). UW terminates BIPOC Network gatherings "in response to collective fiscal and federal uncertainty" wibailoutpeople.org
(2025-04-10). Looming Indian Ocean showdown. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2025-04-10). Anti-Elon Musk group invites Londoners to smash up Tesla in protest stunt. leftfootforward.org 
London vs Musk: 'a one of a kind art piece where you can – safely and legally – smash the utter f**k out of a Tesla.'
(2025-04-10). The Planning and Infrastructure Bill will see growth and green ambition go hand in hand. leftfootforward.org Labour must hold its nerve. In the end, what nature does not need are further processes…
(2025-04-10). 'Nine jobs' Nigel Farage gets 10th job earning £25,000 as Sky News Australia Commentator. leftfootforward.org Farage has pocketed almost £900,000 from outside jobs since last July, the most out of any MP…
(2025-04-10). Gordon Brown calls for 'economic coalition of the willing' and closer EU ties to take on Trump's tariffs. leftfootforward.org Like-minded global leaders who believe that, in an interdependent world, we have to coordinate economic policies across continents if we are to safeguard jobs and living standards."
(2025-04-10). Logging doesn't prevent wildfires, but Trump is trying anyway. grist.org 
(2025-04-10). If You Think Eggs Are Expensive, Wait Till You See Trump's Pentagon Budget. ips-dc.org
(2025-04-10). Libraries Are Priceless — And They Need Our Support. ips-dc.org
(2025-04-10). Peter migration cut numbers add up. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-04-10). Belarus' foreign trade at $14.7bn in January-February. eng.belta.by In January-February 2025 Belarus' foreign trade in goods and services reached $14.7 billion. Exports of goods and services rose to $7.15 billion. | Imports of goods and services totaled $7.59 billion.
(2025-04-10). Lukashenko to hold talks with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Minsk. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko will hold talks with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who will arrive in Belarus on an official visit.
(2025-04-10). St. Petersburg, Brest Oblast to step up cooperation in tourism. eng.belta.by The Saint Petersburg Committee for Tourism Development and the Sports | and Tourism Department of the Brest Oblast Executive Committee have | signed a cooperation agreement in tourism. The ceremony took place…
(2025-04-10). After the wildfires, Beverly Hills shut out students whose school burned. grist.org 
(2025-04-10). New York City is making people compost — or pay up. grist.org 
New Yorkers can now get fined for not separating their food scraps. Some critics say that's not the right approach. | Property owners and landlords in New York City can now be fined $25 or more if residents are found throwing a banana peel in the trash. As of April 1, all New Yorkers must separate organic waste — that includes food scraps, food-soiled paper (like empty pizza boxes), and leaf and yard waste — from the rest of their trash, similar to how metal, glass, paper, and plastic is set aside for recycling. | This is how the city is encouraging — or indeed, mandating — participation…
(2025-04-10). Democracy, on the terms. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-04-10). Cabot Creamery Recalls Butter In 7 States Over Bacterial Contamination Concerns. latintimes.com The recalled butter was distributed in seven states: Arkansas, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, and Vermont.
(2025-04-10). Orlando Becomes Latest City to Sign ICE Cooperation Deal, Critics Say It Was Made 'Without a Conversation With the Community'. latintimes.com Critics say the agreement contradicts the city's 2018 Trust Policy that bars officers from asking law-abiding individuals about their immigration status…
(2025-04-10). Protect Yourself: Common Pitfalls to Avoid in Any Personal Injury Claim. moguldom.com Having been injured through the fault of someone else can be an unsettling and terrifying ordeal. Lost income, along with medical bills, soon weighs in to leave its emotional as well as financial cost. If you are going to obtain what you are due, care and caution need to be taken throughout the process of …
(2025-04-10). Tips for Staying Safe at Online Sweepstakes Casinos. moguldom.com The number of online sweepstakes casinos is on the rise, partly fueled by the fact that running an online sweepstakes casino is a way to skirt anti-gambling legislation in many countries. Although the vast majority of online sweepstakes casinos you'll encounter will be safe, there is the odd one where not everything will be quite …
(2025-04-10). Knowing When to Lease: Timing Growth with Smart Decisions. moguldom.com Every growing business hits a point where demand begins to outpace capacity. Orders increase, customers expect faster turnaround, and your team starts hinting that your current equipment just isn't cutting it anymore. It's a good problem to have—growth—but knowing how and when to respond is what separates thriving businesses from those that grow too fast, …
(2025-04-10). How to Protect Your Website When Releasing New Software. moguldom.com Releasing new software is a major milestone for any company. Whether it's a product launch, feature rollout, or a complete platform overhaul, the stakes are high—and so is the attention it draws. But with that attention comes vulnerability. Traffic spikes, potential bugs, and security gaps can all expose your website to risks if you're not …
(2025-04-10). Everyday Choices That Lead to Better Financial Security. moguldom.com Where did all my money go? Have you ever checked your bank account and wondered that? You're not alone. With rising prices, surprise expenses, and endless subscription charges, keeping finances in check feels like a constant battle. Financial security doesn't happen overnight—it's built through small, daily choices. Simple decisions, like cooking at home or skipping …
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(2025-04-10). Panama rejects Pentagon chief's idea of US bases on its soil. presstv.ir During a visit to Panama, the Pentagon floated the idea of establishing military bases in the Central American country.
(2025-04-10). One killed in a helicopter crash in Hudson River. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- A helicopter crashed into the Hudson River in the United States, killing one person. The dramatic moment was captured on video and widely shared across social media, showing the helicopter spiraling out of control and crashing upside down into the water.All six people aboard the helicopter were confirmed dead after the aircraft flipped and crashed into the Hudson River near Manhattan, according to emergency responders. Pedestrians nearby were seen rushing toward the riverbank in shock as the wreckage splashed down. Emergency response teams quickly arrived at the scene, but one person onboard was pronoun…
(2025-04-10). Did Andrew Tate point a gun at a woman? New court documents claim. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – 39-year-old controversial influencer Andrew Tate has once again made headlines, after court documents claimed that he allegedly pointed a gun at a woman and said, "I'm a boss… you're going to do as I say or there'll be hell to pay." The controversial influencer and owner of Hustlers University has been accused of rape, assault, human trafficking and coercive control which he denied in the past. According to Sky News, four others, including the woman in question, have launched a civil claim against Andrew Tate, accusing him of the claims mentioned above. Caution: Graphic language is mentioned below.
(2025-04-10). Ballet dancer Ksenia Karelina exchanged with Arthur Petrov in new deal. albawaba.com
(2025-04-10). Meet Flynn: the first AI student at the University of Applied Arts Vienna. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — Flynn is the first artificial intelligence (AI) student ever to join the university. Now officially enrolled as an art student at the University of Applied Arts Vienna, an arts university and institution of higher education in Vienna, the capital of Austria.First AI student to join a university in Austria: According to the University of Applied Arts Vienna, Flynn has enrolled in a digital art program and will be able to attend classes and receive grades like a regular human student. | Notably, upon enrollment, Flynn underwent the standard registration process, which included an interview,…
(2025-04-10). White House: DO NOT RETALIATE AND YOU WILL BE REWARDED. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – The White House's official account on Musk's X (formerly known as Twitter) has sparked widespread confusion and debate after making two bizarre posts on the platform. The admin wrote, "DO NOT RETALIATE AND YOU WILL BE REWARDED" amid Trump's global-scale tariffs. Several X users called…
(2025-04-10). Controversial Warrants: Sheikh Hasina and Daughter Indicted in Graft Case. devdiscourse.com A fresh arrest warrant has been issued by a Bangladeshi court against deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, her daughter Saima Wajed Putul, and 17 others in a high-profile graft case. The court alleges the fraudulent acquisition of a residential plot by violating legal procedures.
(2025-04-10). Tragic End in Saharanpur: Love Leads to Loss. devdiscourse.com In a tragic incident in Saharanpur district's Jaitpur Kala village, a 19-year-old woman reportedly took her own life after her partner refused marriage, according to police sources on Thursday.
(2025-04-10). Underage Theft Ring Uncovered in Delhi's R.K. Puram. devdiscourse.com In a shocking case of juvenile delinquency, a minor has been caught for allegedly stealing an expensive music system from a temple located in southwest Delhi's R.K. Puram. Police identified the boy as a school dropout from Ambedkar Basti, who has reportedly fallen into bad company.
(2025-04-10). Devika Rotawan Hails Extradition of 26/11 Accused Rana as Justice for Mumbai. devdiscourse.com Devika Rotawan, who survived the 26/11 Mumbai terrorist attacks, has expressed satisfaction over the extradition of Tahawwur Hussain Rana from the United States to India, calling it a significant victory. Rotawan, who provided key testimony in the prosecution of Ajmal Kasab, expects Rana to face justice in India.
(2025-04-10). Tributes Pour In for Congress Leader Kumari Ananthan: A Stalwart of Tamil Nadu Politics. devdiscourse.com On Thursday, Tamil Nadu BJP President Annamalai paid homage to Kumari Ananthan, a senior Congress leader and father of BJP leader Tamilisai Soundararajan, in Chennai. Annamalai visited Soundararajan's residence to extend condolences following Ananthan's passing.
(2025-04-10). Political Turmoil in South Sudan: Leadership Changes Amid U.S. Dispute. devdiscourse.com South Sudan's President Salva Kiir has taken decisive action by replacing Foreign Minister Ramadan Mohamed with Deputy Monday Simaya Kumba, as tensions with the United States over migration issues escalate. The announcement, made through state media, did not provide specific reasons for this unexpected change.
(2025-04-10). Water Woes: Mumbai Tankers Go Dry Amid Regulatory Standoff. devdiscourse.com The Mumbai Water Tanker Association (MWTA) has stopped water supply across Mumbai indefinitely, protesting the civic authority's demands for strict compliance by private well owners.
(2025-04-10). Farewell to a Legend: Remembering Hari Dutt Kapri, Trailblazer of Indian Basketball. devdiscourse.com Ace basketball player and former captain of the Indian team Hari Dutt Kapri has passed away at his residence, marking the end of an extraordinary career. He was 83 and took his last breath on Wednesday.
(2025-04-10). Cricket Makes Historic Olympic Comeback at LA 2028. devdiscourse.com Cricket is set to make a historic comeback at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games after a 128-year hiatus. Confirmed by organizers, the sport will feature six teams, competing in T20 format in both men's and women's categories.
(2025-04-10). Visa Delays Thwart Indian Women's Compound Archery Team at World Cup. devdiscourse.com The Indian women's compound archery team faced a significant setback after visa delays prevented their participation in the season-opening World Cup Stage 1 event held in the USA. Despite being the reigning champions with a 100% chance of winning another medal, the team could not compete due to visa issues, national coach Jiwanjot Singh Teja lamented.
(2025-04-10). Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi held a phone conversation with his Egyptian counterpart Badr Abdelatty to discuss regional developments. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-04-10). European stock markets soar at open after Trump tariff pause. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-04-10). Iran must decide if B-2 bombers are a message, says US defence secretary. geo.tv 
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth attends a press conference, in Panama City, Panama April 9, 2025. — ReutersPANAMA CITY: The US defence secretary Pete Hegseth has said it is up to Iran to decide whether the recent deployment of American B-2 stealth bombers to a joint…
(2025-04-10). The Bolsheviks' vision for women and liberation. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-10). Forestry Tasmania logs ancient West Kunanyi Range forests. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-10). Geelong Mayor dismisses community concerns about aged care service cuts. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-10). Karyn Brown: demolishing public. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-10). Secrecy and virtue signalling: Another view of 'Signalgate'. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-10). Stop Liberal and Labor's gaslighting. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-10). Green Left Show Stop demolishing public housing. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-10). Trump-appointed judge rules White House cannot exclude AP over refusal to use 'Gulf of America'. nationofchange.org In a First Amendment victory, federal court blocks administration from retaliating against AP for rejecting Trump's geographic renaming order.
(2025-04-10). Louisiana jury orders Chevron to pay millions to restore coastal wetlands. nationofchange.org The jury found Texaco, which was bought by Chevron in 2001, in violation of state coastal resource regulations because the company didn't restore wetlands destroyed by drilling oil wells, dredging canals and dumped wastewater.
(2025-04-10). This chart explains why Trump backflipped on tariffs. The economic damage would have been huge. nationofchange.org The answer is simple: the economic cost to the U.S. was too high.
(2025-04-10). Trump executive order targets state climate laws, shields fossil fuel industry from accountability. nationofchange.org New order directs Justice Department to block enforcement of state climate laws, raising legal questions and stoking fears of fossil fuel immunity.
(2025-04-10). BULIISA: 500 families face eviction from ancestral land after dispute with tycoon Kaahwa. independent.co.ug 
Hoima, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | More than 500 families in Buliisa district are on the brink of eviction from their ancestral land. They are embroiled in a land dispute with tycoon Francis Kaahwa, a over a piece of land measuring approximately 300 hectares. Kaahwa is said to have begun claiming the land in Kataleba …
(2025-04-10). MUHOOZI: Renewal of national IDs to start soon. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The mass renewal of national identification cards is expected to start in May 2025, the Minister of State for Internal Affairs, Gen. David Muhoozi has revealed. Gen. Muhoozi said this as he responded to the report of the Committee on Defence and Internal Affairs on the ministerial policy statement …
(2025-04-10). Turkey's return to Africa. independent.co.ug 
Following in the footsteps of its Ottoman forefathers, Ankara sees Africa as a core part of its global political and economic engagement ANALYSIS | RAPHAEL PARENS & MARCEL PLICHTA | Turkey is not the largest power interested in Africa. Its economic engagement, arms sales, and foreign aid are dwarfed by one or more of the major …
(2025-04-10). Gulu University Don: Lifelong learning key in changing job market. independent.co.ug 
GULU, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Prof. George Openyjuru Ladaa, the Vice Chancellor of Gulu University, has advised students and employees to nurture a culture of lifelong learning if they are to remain relevant in the ever-changing job market. Speaking on Wednesday during the 2025 career expo organized by Gulu University and Forum for African …
(2025-04-10). MALARIA: Uganda receives 1,000 litres of biolarvicide from Tanzania to fight spread. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The Government of Uganda has received over 1,000 litres of biolarvicide from the United Republic of Tanzania to support efforts in eradicating malaria and other vector-borne diseases in the country. The donation follows a sideline meeting between Zanzibar President Dr. Hussein Ali Mwinyi and Uganda's Vice President Maj (Rtd) Jessica …
(2025-04-10). Kompany under fire, Muller triggers temporary excitement. independent.co.ug BERLIN, GERMANY | Xinhua | Bayern Munich remains in limbo following a disappointing 2-1 defeat in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League quarterfinal against Inter Milan. With their dream of a "final at home" now in jeopardy ahead of next Wednesday's second leg, the German giants are navigating an emotional roller-coaster. A wave …
(2025-04-10). 78% of pupils drop out of school in Luwero. independent.co.ug 
Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Atleast 78 percent of pupils who are enrolled in Primary one drop out of school before reaching Primary Seven, exposing them to teenage pregnancies and child labour, the Luwero district survey has revealed. According to the Luwero District Health report, at least 4,465 girls under the age of 19 …
(2025-04-10). Why Bujagali energy deserves no further tax waivers. independent.co.ug 
JINJA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The government's proposal to grant Bujagali Energy Ltd another seven-year tax exemption has raised condemnation from the public and civil society as an uncalled-for move. They say the act would be a violation of the recently instituted tax incentives framework that is aimed at ensuring that such facilities benefit the …
(2025-04-10). Makerere races to develop degree programmes for Primary School teachers. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Makerere University is moving swiftly to develop degree programmes for primary school teachers, five years after the Ministry of Education raised the bar for teacher qualifications by scrapping the lower minimum qualification requirement. Mathias Mulumba Bwanika, the Dean of the School of Education at Makerere University, said that the …
(2025-04-10). Thugs varnish with security guard gun in foiled village SACCO robbery. independent.co.ug 
Wakiso, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Security agencies are hunting for a group of thugs who vanished with a private security guard's firearm following a foiled robbery at a village Savings and Credit Cooperative Organization (SACCO) in Gganda, Nansana Municipality, Wakiso District. The attempted robbery occurred around 3 a.m. on Wednesday and is believed to …
(2025-04-10). Whose CO‚ÇÇ is it Anyway? Ocean Fizz or Smokestack Blame. wattsupwiththat.com Guest essay by Jennifer Marohasy (reposted from her website by request) with addendum by Anthony. Picture this: it's a hot day, and you grab a soda can that's been in…
(2025-04-10). Systematic failures responsible George building collapse. sanews.gov.za Systematic failures responsible George building collapse | An independent forensic investigation into the building collapse in George, in the Western Cape, has revealed systemic failures at multiple levels. | The report cites widespread non-compliance with regulatory standards and mismanagement by both the National Home Builders Registration Council (NHBRC) and project personnel as key causes of the incident. | The findings, presented by Human Settlements Minister, Thembi Simelane during a media briefing in Pretoria on Wednesday, revealed a series of procedural and structural failures, including irregular project…
(2025-04-10). SEPTA service would be cut nearly in half under new budget proposal if more funding not secured. whyy.org This story originally appeared on Bus, subway and Regional Rail services would all be impacted. | SEPTA said the moves are needed to address an anticipated $213 million budget deficit for the new fiscal year that b…
(2025-04-10). Fulani: New Study Unravels The Genetic History Of Africa's Largest Pastoralist Community. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The Fulani people are Africa's largest pastoralist group . There are between 25 million and 40 million Fulani people across 17 African countries , from the Atlantic …
(2025-04-10). 'Adolescence' On Netflix: Evidence-Based Ways Parents Can Support Boys Around Masculinity Norms. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | This story contains spoilers about Netflix's 'Adolescence.' | Since its release in mid-March 2025, Adolescence has been streamed almost 100 million times worldwide. The …
(2025-04-10). SEPTA planning to cut service, increase fares due to budget deficit. whyy.org This story originally appeared on We know that the transit agency is planning a news conference for Thursday morning to outline its proposed plan. | Regional rail, subway and bus services would all be impacted.
(2025-04-10). Tariff U-Turn: Did Trump Just Admit a Misstep? thinktank.pk President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on the implementation of reciprocal tariffs for most nations, while simultaneously escalating tariffs on Chinese imports to 125% . This abrupt policy shift has significant implications for international trade relations, global markets, and the U.S. economy. Significance of Trump's 90-Day Decision The 90-day suspension of tariffs serves multiple …
(2025-04-10). The Lords Should Be Hereditary. dailysceptic.org Professor James Alexander explains why the Lords should be hereditary: "The hereditary principle appeals to our common sense. Our sense that society will have hierarchies and that these hierarchies should be dignified."
(2025-04-10). How Precisely Did the British Empire "Invent" Muslim Homophobia in the 1800s When it Had Already Existed for Over a Thousand Years? dailysceptic.org Diarmaid McCulloch recently claimed the British Empire "invented" Muslim homophobia in the 1800s. How can that be, wonders Steven Tucker, when Islam had been putting gay people to death for over a thousand years?
(2025-04-10). Record Store Day, Sammie Rae Friends and printPHILLY in this week's 'Things To Do'. whyy.org It's Record Store Day on Saturday, part of a global celebration of vinyl records and the musicians who made them great. More than 30 stores in the Delaware Valley are participating in Philly, South Jersey and Delaware. Music is central to "The Police" Experience, yes, another tribute band dedicated to the British band that dominated the '80s and is celebrating a big milestone this year. The show is at the Scottish Rite Auditorium on Saturday night. Bands led by women are in the mix this weekend, as "Sammie Rae & The Friends led by Samantha Rae Bowers" and "Tank and the Bangas" led by Tarriana "Tank" Ball are both…
(2025-04-10). Thanks To Trump's Tax Scam, Death Isn't The End For GOP Lawmakers' Riches. levernews.com
(2025-04-10). What Is Dehumanisation? Some Want It To Replace Definitions Of Antisemitism And Islamophobia. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Muslim and Palestinian advocacy groups have called for the term dehumanisation to be used by Australian universities, instead of two distinct terms: antisemitism and …
(2025-04-10). Business Schools Are Facing Challenges To Their Diversity Commitments. They Must Reinforce Them To Train Leaders Effectively. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | In March 2025, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), a leading accreditation body, revised its guiding principles. This included removing the …
(2025-04-10). Trump Tariff Chaos: Radical Uncertainty Will Likely Make Companies Delay Investments. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Trump's sweeping reciprocal tariffs are generating huge uncertainty, which may prompt many companies around the globe to delay investments and major decisions as they …
(2025-04-10). Can We Really Resurrect Extinct Animals, Or Are We Just Creating Hi-Tech Lookalikes? menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | From dire wolves to woolly mammoths, the idea of resurrecting extinct species has | captured the public imagination. Colossal Biosciences , the Dallas-based biotech company …
(2025-04-10). How AI Could Influence The Evolution Of Humanity Podcast. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Some of the leading brains behind generative AI have warned about the risk of artificial superintelligence wiping out humanity , if left unchecked. | But what if the …
(2025-04-10). All The Shakespearean References In The White Lotus Season Three Explained By An Expert. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Warning: this article contains major spoilers for the ending of White Lotus season three. | Is this a bit 'You killed my father, prepare to die,' kind of? asks Chelsea , …
(2025-04-10). Grattan On Friday: Will There Be Leadership Changes On Both Sides Of Politics Next Parliamentary Term? menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | When Jim Chalmers and Angus Taylor met for this week's treasurers' debate, the moderator observed that in three or six years they might be facing each other as prime …
(2025-04-10). The Coalition Prepares To Soften Australia's 2030 Climate Target, While Reaffirming Its Commitment To The Paris Agreement. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The Coalition has been forced to reassert its commitment to the Paris climate agreement after its energy spokesman Ted O'Brien appeared to waver on the pledge on …
(2025-04-10). USAID: The Human Cost Of Donald Trump's Aid Freeze For A War-Torn Part Of Sudan. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The day of Donald Trump's second inauguration, his incoming administration abruptly paused the work of USAID , while also claiming that it would preserve …
(2025-04-10). Sudan Civil War: Despite Appearances This Is Not A Failed State Yet. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Over the past fortnight, the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) have regained control of almost all of the country's capital, Khartoum. Much of the city had been in the hands of …
(2025-04-10). Infertility Support 101: What Women Want To Hear (And What They Don't). menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Infertility is more than a medical condition – it is an emotional journey that can leave people feeling isolated and misunderstood . For the one in six couples affected, …
(2025-04-10). South African Court Said No To New Coal-Fired Power: What's Behind The Ruling. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Three South African environmental and climate justice organisations took the South African government to court in November 2021, to challenge the authorisation of new …
(2025-04-10). Trump's Nomination For NASA Leader Boasts Business And Commercial Spaceflight Experience During A Period Of Uncertainty For The Agency. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Jared Isaacman, billionaire, CEO and nominee to become the next NASA administrator, faced questions on April 9, 2025, from members of the Senate Committee on Commerce, …
(2025-04-10). Race Isn't A 'Biological Reality,' Contrary To Recent Political Claims. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | In the recent flurry of executive orders from President Donald Trump, one warned of a distorted narrative about race driven by ideology rather than truth. It singled …
(2025-04-10). Fill-In-The-Blank Training Primes AI To Interpret Health Data From Smartwatches And Fitness Trackers. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The human body constantly generates a variety of signals that can be measured from outside the body with wearable devices . These bio-signals ranging from heart rate to …
(2025-04-10). Black Americans Are More Likely Than Other Racial Groups To Express Their Faith In The Workplace. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Nearly 40% of Black workers feel comfortable talking about their faith with people at work, the highest of any U.S. racial group, our two recent studies found . But they …
(2025-04-10). Schools Are Harnessing Artificial Intelligence To Revolutionize Courses In Hospitality Management. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Uncommon Courses is an occasional series from The Conversation U.S. highlighting unconventional approaches to teaching. | Title of course: | Hospitality Employee …
(2025-04-10). Big Changes Are Planned For Aged Care In 2025. But You'd Never Know From The Major Parties. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | There has been little new in pre-election promises for Australia's aged-care workers, providers or the 1.3 million people who use aged care. | In March, Labor announced …
(2025-04-10). What Would And Should Happen To The ABC Under The Next Federal Government? menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Who would argue that the ABC should be efficiently run and produce excellent programs? | No one, you would think. So why, then, has there been immediate resistance to …
(2025-04-10). A Damning Study Of Online Abuse Of Female Mps Shows Urgent Legal Reform Is Needed. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Women MPs are increasingly targets of misogynistic, racist and sexual online abuse, but New Zealand's legal framework to protect them is simply not fit for …
(2025-04-10). Il Vi·ªát Nam guida la risposta dell'ASEAN alla nuova sfida commerciale di Trump. strategic-culture.su Di fronte alle nuove tariffe statunitensi, l'ASEAN risponde con un fronte comune guidato dal Vi·ªát Nam. Tra negoziati diretti con Washington, riunioni straordinarie e misure di diversificazione, il blocco regionale mira a salvaguardare crescita e stabilità economica, sociale e commerciale. | Segue nostro La decisione del Presidente statunitense Donald Trump di imporre "tariffe reciproche" fino al 49% sulle importazion…
(2025-04-10). DWP condemned for using 'entirely misleading' figures to justify war on sick and disabled. skwawkbox.org 
Office for Statistics Regulation slams Starmer-Kendall axis lies Liz Kendall's Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has been slammed for scamming the public and forced to retract "entirely misleading" claims about supposed growth in the number of UK people unable to work. The Office for Statistics Regulation (OSR) last week upheld complaints about a DWP …
(2025-04-10). Gli Stati Uniti si preparano a dichiarare guerra alla Cina? strategic-culture.su Nei giorni scorsi, il "New York Times" ha riferito di aver saputo durante un briefing che Elon Musk è a conoscenza dello schema operativo dell'attacco pianificato da tempo dal Pentagono contro la Cina, un Paese visto come una minaccia per il ruolo degli Stati Uniti quale leader mondiale. | Segue nostro Nei giorni scorsi, il "New York Times" ha riferito di aver saputo durante un briefing che Elon Musk è a conoscenza dello schema operativo…